Unappreciated yet Loved

A poem based off of the element of water. This was written two years ago during a contest and won first place.

Always taken advantage of -
never seen for what it's worth.
The life bringer from above -
the life bringer from below -
no one seems to notice the drops, 
as they fall from the sky - 
nor do they notice the waves,
crashing beneath them.

It's what one makes of them, 
the drops from above -
the waves from below.

Countless times I feel their tears,
washing across my face.
So many times I feel the waves,
crashing beneath my feet. 

The beauty that this element creates.
The beauty that comes from their tears.
We all take advantage of it -
although some love it with so much care.

It showers us with happiness and sorrow -
pulls us towards it,
as it crashes about our ankles,
wanting us to take part in their festivities. 

Like a siren calling from the sea, 
the moon controls the motion of their emotions -
as they bathe under the moonlight,
feeling affection from above.

Whether foreboding a tale of woe,
for the cunning sailor - 
or crying on the shoulder,
of a broken lover - 
it's always there for someone in this world.

Although unappreciated by most, 
and cared for by few - 
the creatures of the sea, 
and the plant life of the world,
welcome their noble guest,
as it provides life and shelter.

The element of the sky,
the element of the sea - 
together they sing a lonely song,
together they weep. 

I care for the sky, 
I care for the sea -
I watch as they show their love,
in a waltz across the sky.

Under the sun,
and beneath the clouds - 
they show their appreciation, 
in a beautiful spectrum of colors.

The colors of their emotions,
spread out across the sky -
spread out over the sea. 

Providing happiness for those who care -
and solace for those who are unaware -
a rainbow stretching out as far as the eye can see -
a spectrum for all to perceive.