Going Out

Makeup and dresses
you look nice tonight
a dinner date
nothing special
but enough to keep your smile alive

Baby is crying
sister is too
they don't want you to go

Daddy doesn't talk
just stares into space
with misty eyes
red nose and cheeks

You smile at them
when you say goodbye
kisses to the little ones
you'll be back later
and not to worry
as soon as daddy is gone
you'll be home again
and your boyfriend
sitting in his chair at the table
his spot on the couch

You dont waste time worrying
everything is fine
when you get tired
you two crash on your bed

Everything is fine
don't worry
have fun tonight
feel merry and light