Architectural Failures.

Let the storm build a wall around me

I will take for windows the gaps between raindrops

and what a beautiful carpet this shining puddle makes

For my roof the rolling clouds will do

and for light quick the flashes come

Thunder sounds the alarm -a visitor!

and I am at the door with the wind a guard dog at my feet.

Let the storm build a home for me

I'd like to see you find me here.

The thunder rolls again

The lightning strikes the shadows flat

and throws the light against my visitor

You! With all your shining heat

a blazing sun against my storm

and I am lost again, homeless in this hope

(of you with your open arms for walls

your smile for a sun and strength for a guard

for a roof your shoulder and for a window

your eyes and how they see the world

and for a home you and all your heart)