The reef plays an important roie in the social lives of the islanders too,being an integral part of traditions and ritual. Most of the island's folklore revolves around the reef and sea. There is hardly any tale or song which does not mention the traditional sailing crafts, known as Odams, the journeys of enterprising 'heroes' , the adventures of sea fishing and encounters with sea creatures. Song that women sing recollect women looking for returning Odams, and requesting the waves to be gentler and the breeze just right for the sails. There are stories of the benevolent a harbinger of prosperity for that year, bringing more coconuts, more fish and general well-being.