ramblings and things
The Captain had a penny whistle
Which he wore around his neck
And he played it every morning
As the crew danced on the deck.
Sometimes it was a Hornpipe
Sometimes a Palais Glide
As they swayed across the deck
From Port to Starboard side.
It started sharp every morning
When the Bosun rang a bell,
And if he was feeling frisky
The Captain danced as well.
Sometimes on sunny mornings
The crew would stand at ease
While the Captain and a subby
Decorously mimed a strip tease.
It happened rain or shine
Until twenty minutes passed
When on a given signal
The crew would climb the mast
To set the sails and rigging
So the ship got under way
And so it started in this fashion
Every single working day.
It was on the good ship Venus
Which had had a dubious name
Until the Captain's dancing classes
Brought a more respected fame.
Recognised for their skill,
Every time they had a meet
The good ship Venus's crew
Entertained the blooming fleet.
Oh on the good ship Venus
Such a happy place to be
Ship shape and Bristol fashion
When the crew were all at sea.
He became the only Admiral to wear
A penny whistle around his neck
And even in his dotage
Would dance around the deck.
The Good Ship Venus, Updated.