ALL ALONE TONIGHT

  I pulled up in the driveway, there weren't any 
  Lights on,
  Stepped out from the car as the dog was barking
  Loud.
  I caught a glimpse of a full moon rising high in 
  The night,
  Took my keys from my pocket, unlocked and 
  Opened the door.
  Flipped on the light, before into my house I
  Did step,
  Is anyone home, no answer would I get.

  To the back door I went to let the noisy dog in,

  Wagging his tail and licking my chin.

   I turned on the t.v. and put on a favorite show,

   Made myself a strong drink, there's nobody home.    

  A bag of chips and a sandwich, no wife or sign of 
  Any kids,
   It's been such a long day, maybe they all ran away.

  Up the stairs I went to make sure this wasn't a joke,

  The rooms were empty, no consideration, not even 
  A note.
  I fed the dog, I put out the trash, no respect for the 
  Things I give,
   Should I be concerned that they're nowhere to be 
   Found,
  If they don't care how I feel then my drink and I will 
  Relax on the couch.
  All alone tonight, not a family in sight, a dog is faithful 
  At my side,
   Peaceful and quiet, another drink and i'm feeling alright, 
  Not a bad night.
   I suppose I should now worry with no word as it's 
  Getting kind of late,
  One more drink and perhaps I'll call the police, maybe 
  Just go to sleep,
  The phone just rang, they went to the movies, what a family 
  As they had no care for me.
                          Keith Garrett