The kestrel he hovers above

Like your heart, he’s a hunter for love

His wings are so strong

His tail is so long

He’s silent but good company.

The driftwood it lies on the beach

Echoing the highest tide’s reach.

I’m driftwood myself

On the Atlantic shelf

But I hope you’re the lover for me.

Your hair it is salt from the sea

Brine-stiffened and gold as can be.

Your eyes are sea green

Flecked with ultra-marine.

Oh you’re more than a mermaid to me!

When phosphorous edges the waves

You’ll take me down to your sea cave

Our tails will entwine

You’ll always be mine

Together forever we’ll be.

My ship’s in your harbour tonight

Your pale arms are holding me tight.

As the dolphins sing

I’ll place a pearl ring

On your finger for eternity.

Salty girl.