I speed down the highway
In a rush, like every other day
But for what?
I'm missing the beautiful sunrise
Red and purple hues overwhelm the sky
But my head is full...
Work
Bills
Him
I pull into the parking space like every other day
But I don't recall how I got here
I Walk pass the glistening lake,
Sun dancing on the still water
Wild flowers line the sidewalk, amazing colors
Yet I miss the beauty around me... I don't see any of it
When did I become a prisoner in my body
Surrounded by faces, so serious, so sad
Everyone seems to be speaking stories of gloom
Past, present and future
I look across at the small child, waiting for the school bus with his mom, a smile on his face
Only 5 or 6, still untainted
Everything to him is new,  exciting
Yes, the box is more fun than the gift inside
I stop in my tracks, look up to the universe for answers
I want to see the world through the eyes of a child
The trees, the lake, the butterflies
All the colors of the rainbow
Is it too late for me?
The breeze hits my face
Telling me to hold on
Keep it simple
And smile, for no reason....