My father’s advice
06 October 2015
PHILIP G KAUPA
An entry in the 2015 Rivers Award
for Writing on Peace & Harmony
So must I speak
Proudly of an old sailor
Who voyages the thick
And thin and knows the secrets to fail
On his vessel
He carefully said, before you cruise
Be sure your bearings and compass are assembled
They will guide and direct your course
Fear not the raging ocean
Without it you wouldn't be a man
A beautiful island will distract your mission
Just like a violent storm
But be sober strong
For a sunny day is ahead
The trade winds may cause a torque
Rely on your compass head
For your mission is never over
Until it’s over
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