The Library

picture a big dictionary
on a large wooden stand
at a big city library
alone in the dark
after the people have gone
the words on the pages
begin to rock and roll
they swirl up in the air
like a south texas tornado
finding the crack in the roof
at the edge of the skylight
they escape into the night sky
into the maps of stars
winding their way
around in space
aliens hear them
and write such as this
earthlings how is it
you let so many words
wander here and there
keep them at home
write about
your beautiful planet
sort out the right words
to show you how
to live in peace
with good health
listen to the message
from the library
grab some words
wish for peace on earth
goodwill towards all
there is a way
when we can see
moving in the words
of the night
at the library