and the answer is...

the sun is shining
the clouds are high
the birds are singing
so why oh why
do I feel lonely
and insecure
and restless and sad
and even unsure
of how to live
each and every day
can’t I see
the world knows the way
to face each moment
and continue on
looking for rainbows
and singing my song
wonder at the roses
smell the lavender too
touch the leaves
that glisten in the dew
enjoy the scent of grass
that has just been mown
hear chirping baby birds
that have not yet flown
walk barefoot down
the dusty lane
imagine how it feels
after a pouring rain
whistle for your dog
and wish you could be
as innocent and happy
and as carefree as he
the sun is shining
the clouds are high
I think I just found
the way to get by
I’m no longer lonely
nor sad or restless
I’ve found that nature
is the key to my success
and it’s so much nicer
seeing beauty eye to eye
so much more uplifting
than sitting around asking
...why oh why...

Lora Frikken ~ 6-15-03