High Tides

Expressing the lengthening of the nights, possibly signifying a challenging or difficult time.

Suggesting a certain speed or tempo at which events are unfolding.

Describing a visible decrease in happiness through the reference to a lowering smile.

Indicating a struggle or hardship reflected on one's face.

Encouraging perseverance along challenging paths, with a commitment to follow.

Suggesting an active pursuit of someone or something along coastlines.

Referring to a past presence with the mention of footprints in the sand.

Alluding to the fading remnants of a person or memory.

Reflecting on a challenging period in October.

Positively asserting that life will improve over time.

Advocating finding solace and optimism during difficult times.

Metaphorically relating to challenging circumstances, possibly emotional turbulence.

Expressing loss or theft of something valuable.

Symbolizing the damage to personal belongings and the impact on one's journey.

Describing the emotional toll with imagery of swollen eyes.

Metaphorically depicting retreat or withdrawal from difficulties.

Repetition of the theme of loss or theft.

Continuation of the metaphorical impact on personal possessions.

Expressing a return or pursuit despite challenges.

Firmly asserting resistance or refusal to surrender.

I won't give

I won't give in

Highlighting the compelling nature of pictures in drawing someone closer.

Referring to the evening and its potential significance in the narrative.

Suggesting an inability to perceive deception or hidden motives.

Imagery involving deception or hidden intentions.

Emphasizing clarity in communication, possibly about departure.

Expressing the inevitability of departure or separation.

Acknowledging a personal flaw or mistake.

Reiteration of the theme of hope and improvement during difficult times.

But life gets better

Shelter hope from

This stormy weather

Recurrence of the metaphor of stolen possessions and the impact on the journey.

My wooden boat and blistered oar

Swollen eyes lay thin and sore

Hidden I swim back to shore

You've stolen what I've broken for

My wooden boat and blistered oar

Reaffirmation of pursuing despite challenges.

Intense emotional struggle, with vivid imagery of drowning, sinking, plaguing, and anchoring.

My thoughts are sinking underneath your hook

Your eyes are plaguing my will to be here

My hope is anchored with the year you took

Your smile's

Drowning

My thoughts are

Sinking

Your eyes are

Plaguing

My hope is

Anchored

Repetition of the phrase "Let this go" and "Give up," possibly signifying surrender or acceptance.

Give up

Let this go

Give up

Let this go

Give up

Let this go

Give up