I have stood beside the crossroads
And massaged the liberty bell;
I have skied down lakeside mountains
And ridden rollercoaster hell;
I have peered into deep canyons
And seen eagles in desert skies;
I have sat aboard the L train
And tried on cowboy boots for size;
I have walked across great bridges
And crawled up long, steepling streets;
I have held gators in my hand
And witnessed giant sporting feats.
No more will I do these again
While hate and cruelty maintain.
Tony Quarrington 