She is the truest spirit of nature
Giver, lover, carer, thinker – a woman,
Beacon of purity, she shines with brilliance
Clear as rain, fairer than wind, happiest of all.

He is a traveller, must explore further
Eyes firm on the horizon, charging in even deeper,
Dignity intact, embracing grave uncertainties
Adventurous and perilous are his turbulent seas.

He is gone now for good, she knows not why
Died at sea whisper ghosts, her with a cry
Try oh why must we try when souls are so far apart
Such is the nature of love, no rules or borders behind.

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