Where I Ought to Be

I'll take the pure water

That never offends

The mystery of nature

So deep to comprehend

I'll take the root from the earth

And the fruit from the tree

But don't bring the spoils from your slaughter

Anywhere near me

I'll take the King of Knowledge

That brings light to my eyes

I'll bow down to your divinity

As long as I'm alive

I'll take the sounds of the innocent

Defying liar's lips

But don't give me your plea

Or your self-serving trip

I'll take the warm rising sun

In the hopeful dawn

I'll take the grain from the fields

That fuels my body on

I'll take a soft swaying hammock

In the cool evening air

And if you ask for my help

If I can I will share

I'll take a row boat

On a lake plying smooth

I have no need to take chances

And I don't want to be rude

If you've got dare-devil blood

Then go dare over there

The purpose of my life

Includes to take care

If you've got love and devotion

I'll take a spoonful

If you show your true emotions

Then I can deal with you

But if you're a sly tricky knave

Then please go away

I don't need the temptation

There's just so much time in the day

If you've got profound insight

Talk to me a while

If you think things are delightful

Don't be afraid to smile

And if you want to help

Then please remind me

That where I am now

Is where I ought to be