might as well be winter

it's getting out outside

but it's okay

this is just spring's impression

of a normal summer day

sun high in the sky

skies are clear and blue

the only item missing now

is the one containing you

          I know the weather's beautiful

          and fine as it can be

          but it might as well be winter

          when you're not here with me

every bird is singing

like they're glad to be alive

the afternoon is golden

I can't believe my eyes

children are laughing free

grown-ups are mowing lawns

me, I'm drinking iced tea

I wish this day would move along

          I wish this incredible day

          would somehow set me free

          because it might as well be winter

          when you're not here with me