The West Wind

We set out to sea to forget 

Try to get used to the calm 

The sun will share its solice 

Introducing itself at the dawn

The waves begin rolling

The west wind blowing 

Thunder lights up the sky

When a heart begins knowing 

The treasure we're holding 

We never say goodby

Hold on to the peaceful moments

Cling to the thoughts that bring joy

There's plenty of good to express

And plenty of hurt to avoid  

The waves begin rolling

The west wind blowing 

Thunder lights up the sky

When a heart begins knowing 

The treasure we're holding 

We never say goodby

Raised by the Trees

A beautiful sunrise

Through tree branches 

Dewdrops refract them 

A light show has begun

For a chorus of songbirds 

With a myriad of perches 

On friendly oak fingers 

Young oak leaves 

Applaude summer breezes 

They then exit the stage 

And give aroma to fall air

Trees willingly exposed 

Showing their true selves

With dignity and strength

Standing and swaying

While the cruel elements swirl

Withholding accolades 

Until the spring rains

Over beaches and prairies 

My feet love to travel

Yet open spaces become lonley

Since I was raised by the trees

Thankfulness

Thankfulness 

Wash over me 

Cleanse this needy soul

Ambitions 

Leave success in the cold 

Time 

tells me I am old 

As the present 

Vies for attention 

You never disappoint 

 

No Doubt

Don't stir the embers 

But the fire will burn

Put your mind at ease 

Yet the wheel still turn

Keep that heart in check

Don't let it yearn 

Your feelings get numb

As you're trying to learn

We admire the stars 

And give them a wish

When starting new days

Can an old life exist?

We pursue what brings joy 

The intention is bliss

At the end of each day 

Something is missed 

We love certain ones

Who help our heart out

It may not seem wise 

But they take away doubt

Connecting with them

Is what life is about 

Your Name

I hope you don't mind 

If I borrow your name 

Without your sweet face

Nothing's the same 

But I can whisper it softly

When my heart is in pain 

I hope you don't mind 

If I borrow your name

When I sit on a bench 

And watch the sun rise 

I can dream how the colors 

Play in your eyes

Of all the great words 

I can exclaim

None bring more joy 

Than the sound of your name

When life becomes hard 

My mind goes insane 

It gives me a calm

I cannot explain  

When all seems a loss

Our love will remain 

I hope you don't mind 

If I borrow your name