North Country, 1981

HOW I MADE A FRIEND

Hey Monkey Man, Prince man, King of the Castle
Monarch of Pumpkinland Hill
Bicycle Rider, Scaler of Trees

Be my friend, please, if you will

Teach me to ride with you, climb with you
Lie with you
Teach me to sway with the breeze

Show me the secrets of Pumpkinland Heaven
Map me the path of her moon
Teach me the moon’s trick of touching, not grasping

Pray that she shines on me soon

Silly man, Monkey Man, rider of rapids
Lord Prince of Pumpkinland Hill
Hold my hand, gentle, in the dark

when it’s raining
Be my friend, please, if you will.

jd
1981