Little boy...

Little boy you dream so big
what will you do when you fall?

little boy you try so hard,
who will say not to risk it all?

little boy your hands are busy,
and your voice is questioning in its call,

little boy you dare to climb
who will tell you that you'll fall?

little boy, your eyes are open
and they're oh so fresh and new
who will be the one to dull them,
and show the shutters and blinds to you?

little boy you're so ready to try,
who will say not on your own?

little boy you're sitting waiting,
who has left you all alone?

little boy you're curious and happy,
finding things under every bush and stone,

who will tell you you're getting too dirty,
who will send you home?

little boy I hope they never catch you
i hope life is forever your toy
and that when you're old and grey and I see you,
you're still a little boy...