flight of the butterfly, rising free
The diner was open late that night
Waitress welcomed us with delight
Surprised were we to see such a sight
As a monkey, brown, with splotches, white
The day of great miracles is at hand
Lift me, dear God, to the place where love surrounds
I am lost and alone in this tumultuous world
My spirit has a great need to return to Your love
When I was a child, I lived for the day
Longed for a place for my heart to stay
Alone in my shell, I pushed you away
Rushing for answers, no time to play
My mind flows now with waters clear
Seeing perfect spirit of friends held dear
Shell of protection, wall born of fear
Shed for the moment, naked, drawing near
Fullness of life, flying soul's brave new way
Open to love, give and take, hear and say
Smiles and joy, so fulfilled, I appear
And yet, just beneath, I cry a new tear