IF


If the world were flat
instead of round.
If a tree fell
and made no sound.

If the sky were green
and the grass was blue.
Would the love I feel
be any less true?

If we wore shoes on our hands
and gloves on our feet.
Would the memory of you
be any less sweet?

If the sun were cold
and ice didn't freeze.
If it was considered rude
to always say please.

If a question was NO
and a statement WHY.
If I lost your love
would I really die?





J.B.D. 1/1/96

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