Arrival Time


Arrival time is five-fifteen
You only have one case
The rest you left behind
The ring with the diamond-face
And the vows and promises
Made in another time
The rest is ahead of you
You hope you can make the climb

Arrival time is coming near
The air contains a chill
It was colder back behind
Much more than it ever will
His face told the whole story
No words could say it better
What was up ahead for you?
You knew he couldn’t forget her

Arrival time is very close
The platform’s getting full
Soon to be no looking back
Feel your heart slightly pull
Gaze around one last time
Then make your way aboard
A new life’s ahead for you
A trickle of tears is your reward



1-21-02

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