for a time (2003-04)

if you are lucky in your journey
you will come across a woman,
who stands upon the seashore
wearing only pure white satin,
in her hair are woven flowers
and her eyes are always willing
if you ask.

she will feel more like the ocean
than the texture of a woman,
she will take your hand in mercy,
she will lead you to the garden
of your soul.

should she choose to travel with you
you should be considered lucky,
and if she wants to travel with you
she will show you what can blossom
in your heart.

if you are lucky when you wander
you may come across a woman
who stands upon the seashore
gazing out beyond the ocean,
seeming like an ivory tower
or a graceful mermaid singing
to your eyes.

along some distant seashore
i hope you find that woman
who walks upon the water
wearing only pure white satin.

i hope that she is singing
and i hope that you will listen,
as she will not sing forever,
and her skin will only glisten
for a time.