The breaking waves dashed high...

The breaking waves dashed high On a stern and rock-bound coast. And the woods against a stormy sky, Their giant branches toss'd.

~Felicia D. Hemans~

Rocked in the cradle of the de...

Rocked in the cradle of the deep, I lay me down in peace to sleep.

~Emma Willard~

Praise the sea, but keep on la...

Praise the sea, but keep on land.

~George Herbert~

Love the sea? I dote upon it -...

Love the sea? I dote upon it - from the beach.

~Douglas Jerrold~

Full many a gem of purest ray ...

Full many a gem of purest ray serene, The dark unfathomed caves of ocean bear.

~Thomas Gray~