
Joe Colaizzo
Greener Grass
Peering in my neighbors yard
At the party next to mine
I turn and survey my abode
And convince myself it's fine
Not much noise fills up my home
Not much fanfare, just some talk
I quietly prepare a simple meal
In dreams I run, in life I walk
Heard about a new job
My friend got yesterday
Much more money, much more fame
Better than my work and pay
Years invested at my place
Doing fine......I come and go
An honest pay for an honest day
Can't help but wonder though
Take a step back
Look inside and out
Our lives are meant for us to live
We waste our time with doubt
The fun next door long ended
Much quieter than yesterday
I'm watching TV with my clan
We talk about the day
The kids are telling stories
I share some of my own
We're laughing at each other now
Feel like a noble on my throne
My friend e-mailed me earlier
Fears he bit too much to chew
Why would he think to call on me?
Why would I know what to do?
Tomorrow I'll go back to work
My cog matters in the greater wheel
My boss said thanks for a job well done
I'll tell the kids at our next meal
Take a step back
Pause and look around
You'll see there's nothing left to find
All you need's already found