Story Behind The Song

True story of our weekends anchored on our 34 sloop above Malibu, California in the dead of winter. Poses the question of whether we will ever get to go sailing in other places in the world. Affirms love and faith in the future.

Song Description

My wife and I share this song as a pact that we will go sailing someday. I thank her for hanging on during all storms, both real (when achored out in wild coves, and when life gets rough. Shared Hope for the future.

Lyrics

Anchor
Words & Music by Noel Diotte, c2003

The wind is blowing endlessly
on a cold and moonless night
the boat is hanging at her hook
straining with all her might
Below you're sleeping peacefully
trusting me and all her gear

It's amazing that you hold so fast
It's wonderful that you're here.

What's the promise that we can't see
of travelling this world together
what is the mystery
that keeps you close to me
We've barely left our doorstep
haven't really set a course to steer

It's amazing that you have such faith
It's wonderful that you're here.

(bridge)
And we may never get to go
There's just one thing you need to know
I'll always love you and be by your side
anchored forever by your side

And then time will find us
where we're not today
when we've met our obligations
and there's no more bills to be paid
Then the harder part of living
the challenges and the fears
will make me love your holding fast and say
it's wonderful that you're here.