Goldilocks

And I found myself chasing dream again

Looking at the windows

Knocking on doors

Letting myself in uninvited

Somewhere out there I will find the perfect fit

A delicious experience

A comfortable cuddle place

A place to rest my wandering soul

But I took what little deliciousness they can offer

And they will not offer me any more

I broke the chair that couldn't hold me

I was thrown from my sleepy nest

And the anger was unchecked

Rage against my insubordination

Fury for my daringness

And off I went running once more

I keep telling myself after houses are bad

The promise of forever is a poisonous treat

Walk away Goldilocks, walk away

Keep your little feet on the road

Yet once or twice I will look at the window again

At the warm fire dancing in the hearth

Of the comforting blanket and loving gaze

Of having something to call my own

Not right now, Goldilocks. Not right now.

Let your golden flocks bounced in the wind

Let the birds sang with you and the grass whistle

Let the wolves keep you warm under the ancient oak tree

My pretty dress is tattered and the dirt colored it

The calluses grow thick and the eyes grow dark

The loving girl was gone and the wild woman is born

Only the golden flocks stay

Sad Goldilocks, lonely Goldilocks, precious little princess

Looking for a home that's not for her

A dream that's a mere illusion

A love that's unattainable

Your deliciousness will flow freely, Goldilocks

As freely as the love you give the world

Your seat will be stronger than you are and twice as large

Your bed will be soft and inviting and perfectly yours

Until then, Goldilocks, stay true

To the lull of the forest and the song of life

To the things that love you like no other

And put your happiness above all

Kind Goldilocks, brave Goldilocks, priceless little queen

You will find your castle soon. I promise.