Out Of The Rain - Short Form

Out Of The Rain - Short Form Pocket marbles, dolls and beads, Children's toys, plant their seeds, Guns and knifes, stained with blood, Screaming nights, end in mud Simple things, make minds grow, Or caskets buried far below, Spit of knowledge, mixed with cheer, Or smoke filled holes, served with beer We're the ones, show the way, Past is learned, apply today, Videos, electronic gear, Books filled with dirty smear Hopeful futures, shine real bright, Serene hearts, sleep well at night, World's breathing, chaotic pain, Troubled gangs, go insane Running packs, everywhere, Vicious rage, minds don't care, Confused and hurt, feel despair, Where to hide, no one's there Live on streets, learning life, Evil touch, world of spite, Deadly darkness, harden heart, Children's lives, bust apart Noah's here, can you see, Do not run, hide, or flee, Think real hard, deep in mind, Straighten your back, follow your spine Days of past, I remember the time, Ran with the pack, saw all the crime, Finally grew up, knew what was right, Learned through life, follow the light Love all children, if you are smart, Open your arms, your soul, your heart, Light up their face, chase away pain, Gather them close, out of the rain Harvest the children, back to the home, Comfort the heartache, make them belong, Dry all the sorrows, cast them a light, Build them a world, a home that is bright © J Fossier 9/98 Written September 1st, 1998 © on Dec 06 2001 06:37 AM PST   0 • 9