Let The Wheels Turn Slowly

I saw old women waiting at the bus stop, with the rain coming down.

And I saw people circling like buzzards to the tune of the traffic below.

I know.

Let the wheels turn slowly.

I know.

Let the lights go down.

Teachers with brandy in their coffee.

Younger cousins getting excited about a movie.

I know.

Let the lights go down right now.

I know.

Let the parents go out for a night on the town.

Taking turns making phone calls to old relatives.

Stuttering into the phone.

I know.

Let the words find their own way out.

I know.

Let the lights go down, let the lights go down.

On your own now, leave again.

Find a home and learn to lower your hands.