Solitary Lullaby

Solitary Lullaby

when the violin sounds

all fade away

and the quiet of the night

settles down around you

where will you be

when the darkness spins

a dream just to deceive you

allowing those momentary thoughts

that some things could be

when they really may not

and the little sounds

come in through your open window

of rustling leaves and stirring creatures

out there somewhere in darkness

how will you feel

when you sit watching for the dawn

yearning to see the light once more

while the night yet clings to the sky

not allowing the morning birds their time

what do you think

are you ever restless

are you full of sorrows

or does a promise of other things

bring solace to your mind

can you tell me

of these things do I ponder

as the sky fades to black

and the winds all lie still

allowing the sound of the ticking clock

to sing its solitary lullaby