Clouds

By Joni Mitchell and David S. Annderson

Rows and flows of angel hair

And ice cream castles in the air

And feathered canyons everywhere

I've looked at clouds that way

But now they only block the sun

And rain and snow on everyone

So many things I could have done

But clouds got in the way

But now I see they bring us Life

Water the plants upon the ground

They bring us food and water too

They bring us everything

I've looked at clouds from both sides now

From in and out, and now at last

At last I think I know the truth

I really know clouds at last

Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels

The dizzy dancing way you feel

As every fairy tale comes real

I've looked at Love that way

But now it's just another show

You leave them laughing as you go

And if it hurts don't let them know

Don't give yourself away

But now I know a loving God

The comfort of a mother's Love

A smile from a friend next door

That simply makes your day

I've looked at Love from both sides now

From in and out, and now at last

At last I think I know the truth

I really know Love at last

Tears and fears and feeling proud

To say I Love You right out loud

Dreams and schemes and circus crowds

I've looked at Life that way

But now old friends are acting strange

They shake their heads, they say I've changed

Well, something's lost, but something's gained

In living every day

But now I know a new friend's love

A smile from a friend next door

The beauty of the clouds above

That look like angel's hair

I've looked at Life from both sides now

From in and out and now perhaps

Someday I might just learn the truth

I really might know Life someday

God loves you!

Sincerely,

David S. Annderson

P. S. This is called 'Clouds' because at first it was just the first verse about clouds! I guess I had more than I thought!