14. The grove

I thought I had it clear
Sometimes you’re very near
So I’ve come down to hear
To think it out, Marie

I have to read the signs
Though you are very kind
It’s there between the lines
Without a doubt, Marie

Sweet Marie, tu es tres gentille
I don’t want to waste your time
Sweet Marie, don’t feel concern for me
There will be another time

I like to watch your face
The lazy colours and the lace
I will not run and chase
Your shadow, Marie

With your friends all around
I scarce can make a sound
Helpless I am bound
To how things go, Marie

She lives and breathes and likes and hates
Gladdens me and irritates
She comes and goes and has her say
And with one look I’m blown away

It should be do or die
There’s no need to say why
If I cannot see to cry
Don’t make fuss, Marie

I will not be upset
Before too long I will forget
Here I can see the sun set
Upon us, Marie