2021 – Page 10 – George Ruddock

Comme Ci, Comme Ca

Comme ci, comme ca
Oh la la
Neither here nor there
The cupboard is bare

Comme ci, comme ca
Oh la la
Neither good nor … Read the rest

The willows bend to the streams
Yet their roots are in the clay
I love you in my dreams
And I wish I could tell … Read the rest

So many memories, new and old
Some good, some bad
Some bronze, some gold
Some of Mum, some of Dad

They sit in your mind… Read the rest

(Dedicated to the Afghans who have been driven out of their country)

I came across the border
Seeking work and a home
Some say I … Read the rest

These things brighten up my day
The sound of children at play
The quiet of an early morning
When no one is talking

These things … Read the rest

I want to sing you a song
One to take away your pain
One I promise won’t be long
So, please don’t complain

I wanted to dance
To waltz you across the floor
Why don’t you see my glance?
Should I get on my knee and implore?

I test myself daily
Am I worthy of you?
You did everything to save me
When I thought I was through?

I test myself daily… Read the rest

You were the princess of the light
Every night you charmed and captivated
Dressed in your clock of white
The evil clouds all evaporated

Eyes across the ballroom
Sparkling ebony eyes
Dare I assume
Or were they for other guys

Dark black eyes pulling me to you
Across the … Read the rest