I want to build a house
So that I can be somewhere
That isn't broken
I want to have windows and doors
With locks and keys
To keep me from them
And them from me

I want to build a house
With color and light
So that rainy days are not sad
I want a roof overhead
To keep the sky from peering in
To keep it out
To keep me in

I want to build a house
So I can hide from the wind
Because it tears away warmth
I want a fireplace and chimney
To keep me warm
And let Christmas in

I want to build a house
That can be strong when I'm not
Bones can break but houses do not