I look out above the clouds far, far into the distance
Straining my eyes to see what my mind wants me to see
I once saw your smiling face as clear as it could be
Today I see you again but your back is turned to me

I look out above the clouds and upwards to the heavens
Pondering, wondering, praying – can you hear me Lord?
Can you single me out from the millions of needy voices?
Get me through this flight, this day, this life of many choices

I look out above the clouds and then I finally realize
I’m looking past the beauty here for the one I see in your eyes
I close the shade I’ve had enough, I’m sure I’ll be back again
Looking out this oval window does nothing but stir up the pain

(c) 2007 by Gerard C. Johnson