A Downpour Of Joy
A Downpour Of Joy


I stayed away from the pouring rain,
Taking care of my suit and tie.
Cursing my luck and biding my time,
I heard a joyful cry.
A quartet of urchins were out in the rain,
Playing and taking part in a game.
With mud on their clothes and smiles on their face,
I saw not a hint of disdain.
I kept a foot out of my shelter,
Ready to join them in the rain,
But the weight of my goals and my chores,
Kept me where I was at.
I bided my time watching them play,
I cursed my suit and my tie.
My choices in life kept me away,
But I took pleasure in their game.