In the heat of the afternoon sun
I notice the girl
Her raven hair set against the white of her dress
It is a perfect sight on this hot, still day.

She walks around the square and from where I sit I can watch her every step
Her face is smiling as she talks with her friends
But I see sadness behind her eyes

Later I see her sitting, looking out over the sea
She looks thoughtful as she watches the slowly moving waves
And the boats heading out to ply their trade

Long ago Helen caused an army to set sail
And today by that same shore
If she looked at me and saw inside  
I would fight a thousand wars for her