Put Your Slippers On Instead

Piebald

You may find that the world is harsh and cold



But you don't have to hold your tongue or do just what you're told



Or you may feel weak, worried, or lonesome



Like the whole world is caving in and you may not overcome



But when you get back from looking out or looking in



Even the summer sweats around you



Relax your body parts and take the path less marked



Let the pull and push surround you



A leap of faith or a jump over mankind



Push with quiet force the non-believers will be left behind



A general rule get treated as you would like to treat



And soon the tides will change the decision is at your feet



Put your slipper on instead and live forever