Take the child test

The trouble with hermits
 if there is only one thing
 is that hermits are single so their voices ring
with only one echo and only one sound because they're alone,
the only ones around.

They might talk to family,
or teachers, or friends,
but they don't have to listen to hooligans.
They can turn off the tv, the radio, the computer
and listen for those voices they might find much cuter. 

Life is much simpler when its all in your head.
At least that is true from what I have read.
Some people swear that if you swallow some drug
Your face will be happier with a smile on your mug
Say no to this buzz and move on to some hugs.

There's peace in the stillness and joy in the sound
of voices from the past still hanging around.
If you're conflicted, filled with fears that abound
remember that love isn't sold by the pound
and hug the next child you find hanging around.

Small children don't lie, their hugs stand the test
Of love's sweet surrender much better than the rest.
If you are lonely, take the child test
And if it hugs back, you're the best of the rest
Kiss it and hug it and feather your nest!

You aren't a real hermit, you are just a tad sad
And your face can still smile even when you feel bad.
Cause children still love you no matter how rad
the thoughts between you and the rest in your pad.
And time can still heal the sad and the mad.