Sunny Skies And Days Gone By

Where have all the children gone?
There are only remnants and faint clues
of the happiness and frivolity
that once colored these crowded streets

Now everyone rushes about
too busy to stop in for coffee
with too many projects and deadlines
to make time for a day in the sun

The innocence has been lost
hearts hardened as reality sank its teeth in
leaving the mark of regret
dreams forgotten for the sake of the corporate ladder

Soft traces of originality can yet be seen
though few make it past the assembly line
beat out by enhancements to economy's pockets
which themselves have holes and hands reaching in

Where are the children? you ask
They followed the sunny skies
untainted by corruption and deceit
leaving in their wake wishes for days gone by

April 26, 2007

Cashmere and Lace

Set the scene, dim the lights
the show is about to start
Open the curtains, quiet now, watch
a child dances and flits
carelessly across the stage
She trips and misses a step
crashing to the floor
the dress was too long, not made for her
The Prop Master walks onto the stage
carrying in his arms a gown
of soft cashmere and lace
They exchange costumes
a perfect fit
As she begins her dance again,
her hair becomes unpinned
loose curls flowing freely
The dance is beautiful
she dances no longer for the crowded audience
but as herself
for an audience of One

April 12, 2007

Lift the Veil

Child, you are beautiful
You are my bride
perfect, without spot or blemish
My arms are open
welcoming you to my presence
There is no shame
no veil that covers you
Come and meet with me

March 24, 2007