I am at the side door;
I tried the latch,
but it is locked.
Around in front
others are coming
and going;
I can hear the commotion
of their greetings
and partings,
and I am thinking of
walking around
and participating;
but it is peaceful at
the side door,
and I know if I wait,
that eventually
you will come around
and let me in
and we will be
alone,
together.