Midnight Illusions

There's silence in the room tonight Just like the morgue down the street; Sometimes I think the shadows move, I hope there's no one here to meet. Thought I could hear someone whisper, Yet I hoped it was just the breeze; If not, I wished that they'd move on And look for someone that believes. Thought I saw the neighbor lady Raking up the dead leaves outside; Kind of strange for its near midnight And it's been ten years since she died. Her dog passed two years later, Some children found him in the park; There are a few in this small town That will swear they still hear him bark. And then comes a strange pale blue light That dances across the ceiling; I cannot tell where it comes from But it gives me an odd feeling. I think I've seen it change color Before it moves to disappear; I'd be glad if I don't see it For at least another few years. At last midnight has come and gone, Soon I've drifted back into sleep; And as my dreams begin to flow I hope those nightmares don't repeat. Of course, I know the sun will rise And there will be a brand new day; But when I close my eyes tonight, Those illusions will have their way.