On Becoming
Shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand.
We're marking time to another band.
You've always been where I've begun.
You've always known your place in the sun.
My threshold's just below my feet.
I sense the air. It smells so sweet.
One more step or maybe two.
I'm reaching out to be with you.
The door behind, the chasm hides.
I'll ne're look back. My heart abides
With others who among my tribe
Seek peace within and stand with pride.
A pride that I will surely know.
It boils within, I feel it's glow.
You stand there strong against the tide.
I'll stand with you, and no longer hide.
The sun beats down, it burns my face.
My body's bare. Can I stand the pace?
You stand there strong. I hear you sing
Of love and joy. Wait! I'm coming!
I've set aside their world of sin
Of mindless fools who mock my kin.
Shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand.
I've set sail with you to a better land.
© 2000 Night.Owl