Originally titled "Getting Past the Anger," this song was begun

10 years ago, but never sung... until the anger faded. An

attempt to close the generation gap.)



When I look into your eyes

I don't see any tears

I know they must be wise

To be living all these years

Your heart is full of love

But you don't know what to say

How did you show your feelings

Back in your day?



How did you love each other?

What secrets did you share?

Your eyes are soft and gentle

But your words don't seem to care



I would not criticize

The way you brought me up

But what was on your mind

The night you thought me up?

Your heart is full of kindness

I can see it every day

Why do you choose to hide it

When I say...



I know you did the best you could

You did everything a mother should

Now you tell me that you care for me

In birthday greeting rhymes

But I'd like to hear it from your lips

Just one time

'Cause I want to understand

I want to make amends

Why must a generation

Put these miles between two friends