Curlew's Call

(Anastasio/Marshall/Herman)

The message that I get from spring
is that a change can surely bring
a break from sullen winter skies
I listen and await replies

The message of the summer sun
is that my life is sailing by
and though from you I need a word
it seems that you might not have heard
And now I hear the words of fall
in each departing curlew’s call

Their message brings me to your door
I guess I’ll wait a little more

The message of the winter sun
is that the day is nearly done
I try to call you yet again
but strangely silent you remain

The message that I get from spring
is that a change can surely bring
a break from sullen winter skies