Take a plane ungrateful one
to a distant land...
don't forget to walk the straightest paths
freedom bogs down quickly in shifting sand.
You may have to cover your body from head to toe
you may get a lash for dancing with your Beu
you may not be able to go for a walk alone.
You may be married off to a stranger
your worth measured in skinny cattle
You may lose a hand for stealing manna
Walk the straightest of paths ungrateful one
keep your faith close to the vest
or you'll spend years in prison
or even lose your head.
If they find out you're gay
it may be your last day earthly day
When you come back ungrateful one
will your vision still be opaque and narrow
as when you left
will you still burn- loot- rape - obstruct
will you still spit on freedom paid for in blood
will your privileged and entitled attitude shift
like the shifting sand just experienced.
will you still sashay the path of truth distortion
blinded by that selfish lens - so very opaque
Take a one-way plane ungrateful one
I don't think you'll ever change.
What I miss most, a kind thought, a small word
how we shared, the "memories" and moments
A hug in the wind--- nothing is absurd
with you. . your friendship and your tenderness
What I miss most, is how you made me smile
when we shared the humor, and not the rhyme . .
Advice and reason, truth being in style
respect was given, each and every time
What I miss most, is "anywhere we are"
we share in peace, harmony and prayers too
"Just reach out, I will never be too far"
"Think of me- turn my way," and "I'll lift you"
What I miss most, humor and not the rhyme
respect with a hug, each and every time
__________________
"Cheers to the wish you were here, but you’re not”
Thank you for being unique, for being You
~ For Tommy ~
Songs:
Memories- Maroon 5
The Beu Sisters, Anytime You Need a Friend
Author’s Note: I choose my friends wisely. There are only a few in my life that have used me and my heart. I am very careful with whom I allow into my world. Trust and respect go together.