Same Boat

Same

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‘We’re all in the same boat’ they say

But I would disagree

So many different sailing crafts

Upon this stormy sea

Some sail on ocean liners

In comfort, style, and ease

Relaxing on their balconies

….Sipping their G & Ts

Some speed along in motor boats

As if it’s all ok……

With little care for smaller crafts

Which may get in their way

Some struggle on their battleships

Where nothing’s going right

Endlessly preparing…..

For the next relentless fight

Some huddle in their lifeboats…

And pray that they’ll be saved

Hoping for a calmer sea…

And fearing every wave

Some drift around upon their rafts….

They barely stay afloat

They’re praying for a change of luck…

And chance to board a boat

Some haven’t found their sea legs yet….

And dread each wave and swell

They’re struggling to stay upright

And don’t feel very well

So whilst you’re on your journey

To a safe and calmer port

Look out for fellow sailors

Who may need some support

Could you throw them a life belt?

Or a paddle or an oar?

Perhaps you could help guide them

A bit nearer to the shore