Dave enjoyed working aboard a large ship. The sea air made every morning feel special. Before the others arrived, he began washing the deck. He sang as he scrubbed away the salt and dirt. Next, he examined the ropes for signs of damage. He coiled them neatly so nobody would trip. While working, he spotted dolphins beside the ship. They leapt above the waves before diving again. Dave paused to watch them swimming together. At noon, he sat outside with his sandwich. Just as he lifted it, a bird swooped down. It snatched his lunch, leaving Dave laughing. Later, the setting sun turned the sea golden. He sat quietly, enjoying the view after a busy day. Despite losing lunch, he felt fortunate.