tea with sea

I asked my heart this afternoon
if it would like a cup of tea,
it said I would, I really would
but only near the sea.

I took her to the seashore
and offered her a sip.
I would, I would, I really would
but only on a ship.

I bought just one boarding ticket
(for she is inside of me)
and asked her to taste this orange pekoe
but she refused my plea.

Jump in, Jump in, and then I’ll drink,
my promise is complete!
I gazed towards the open sea
and undid the fetters from my feet.