The Movie In My Mind

I sometimes remember people and places;
things that happened with familiar faces,
and I see this movie in my mind;
if only a screening I could find!

I see entire scenes replayed,
happening the exact same way.
I see credits at the start
with my friends and family playing the parts.

I listen to a favorite song,
and it helps the memories flow along.
I see each face smiling at the lens
to help their printed name make sense.

I play a soundtrack in my mind,
and know which song to play which time;
which time would accent which emotions;
how to put my picture in motion.

Oh, how I wish I could put it together
to make people understand me better;
make it come to life on tape,
so I could give it form and shape.

I'd like to project what's in my head
for the world before I'm dead.
Hopefully, I will find a way,
and watch my movie on screen someday.

March 28, 1996