Terrified

Terrified by the plane ride home to your mother's house in Galveston

The furniture was covered all in white

Such a long, long flight, and you spoke no words



Glorified was the yard out front, all the wreaths from acquaintances

On the cards were the names you heard on the phone while your mind wandered far



And you know it didn't mean a thing

She waited for your ring



Mystified by the kitchen's wares

Cupboards full of all your favorite fruits

When you forced me to her bed undressed, her photo on the dresser glared at me



It was then, I noticed you were scared Scared you'd be there soon

Waiting for a ring, I never heard you sing again