The Last Day - Inspired by Kenneth Morris, My Real Friend!
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Ken is a long time friend of mine since my early days in New York City among those carving out their crafts in studios and stages. I'm so happy to be in touch with this man: Kenneth Morris. He now resides in California.
[b][center]The Last Day
[Written and Spoken by Ken Morris [© 2009; Kenneth Morris: All Rights Protected]][/center][/b]
“Nothing about it gave me warning
Eggs and toast in the morning
I took a shower, combed my hair
The news-cast said the weather’s fair
It was the same as any other
I went to work; stopped by my brother’s
Killed some time playing cards;
I called our Mom; paid our regards
Home to TV and the stereo
I planned a trip; but would I go?
I read my mail
I wrote a letter
I asked myself: could life be better?
Judy came!
Boy, take out dinner
I guess home cooking just ain’t in her.
I had told her Dad we would wed next year
A-housing kids I said: Don’t Fear
I rocked her gently in my arms
Our brand of love sweet of love, sweet and calm;
That is, until my sudden thrust inside
Released the passion it can derive
Just then, a rapping at the door
Disturbed the flow made me implore a moment more
This is our time
Those canceled dreams of hers in mind
But the door refused to be denied
Insisting and ignored our prize
You’re wasted, sucking minutes, hours
With unkempt vows and schemes gone sour
Now no one promised you tomorrow
So curb your tears; forget the sorrow
It’s the Now
Not the was, nor ever will be
That’s the one true guide of destiny
Make Precious you’ve so what’s Provided
Life’s only full when you decide it.
Treasure even a second
Make each instant fast
Cherish this Moment,
For it’s your last.”
[center]http://www.johnsussewell.com/The_Last_Day-KenMorris.mp3
By Permission from Kenneth Morris & transcribed by John Sussewell[/center]
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