The winter morning is cold
My feet are tied!
There is music in the background
We are all out
in the garden
I used play here when I was a kid
Mother was there too
But one day she was gone!
My friend is here with me still
He is my only hope!
Fear grips me now!
I have a feeling of impending doom
Thanks to him
I have some comfort
In his hands I know I am forever safe!
He is my good shepherd!
From green pastures to still waters
He takes me everyday
He is my only
But today !
Why has he tied me down!
Why is he sharpening his knife!
Little Sid comes up now
He is my friend too
“Dad” he asks
Are we having mutton today?
“Yes son”
Today is the day of the feast!
And today there will be mutton!
Sid jumps in joy
Runs around the house
Like all little kids do
I too, used to
do so you know!
Mutton ! mutton ! Mutton!
He says with overflowing joy !
My Saviour now comes up to me
A prayer he says!
I too close my eyes with him
I too bleat in synchrony!
A warm feeling grows around my
sticky , red and warm!
As I wonder what all this mutton is about
Ouch ........ !
