Sitting on the porch
Looking out over the wonder of the land
Peaks towering high above
The clouds so close
Yet I know so far away

The day ending
The sweet smell of the land
Breaking upon me
I can't help but smile
And feel it deep inside

My chosen home
Inside me everyday
Carried me far from the land I was born
To live the life
That I love

The sun setting in wonderous colors
Trees in shadow and light
While laughter floats on the breeze
No gunshots or screaming
So different from all that i had before

The southern skies drew me
With their love and laughter
Their friendship and support
The gentle call of birds in the distance
Lured me to my dreams