Melodies of Life

Free as a mockingbird singing No kids in sight and unmarried Had one husband, but now none Colleges broaden my horizon Learning about the world Heartache and heartbreak Lost in the frenzy of despair To death and grief Lost the grip of my father's clasped hand Visualizing roses tossed in the air High School graduation day Drawing pictures in the IRS building Clasping my father's hand firmly It's take your daughter to work day Ears clear with clarity As my mother sings me to sleep A horizon of toys block my view In my cradle fast asleep