Beyond the Status Quo

Traveling far, far away from home Leaving family and friends to roam Did not expect changes it would bring To a life feeling apathy’s sting Had much pity from which to borrow Saw no bright future into tomorrows Never thought to make goals or form dreams Caught in a trap of daily routines Knew nothing beyond my locale Blind to the avenues I had Just going along with old pals Digging cars, music, and gals Trying to hide distress was not smart Shielding the anxiousness in my heart I feigned joy but was acting a part No one knew the deep sigh in my heart Then one day to my utter delight When out of the dark came a light Circumstance and good fortune teamed With opportunity to redeem From plateau low to mountain heights Life beyond the status quo plights Came like a shot from a crossbow Hitting with a decisive blow Now have traveled from shore to shore Lived in six states, flown over more Earned three degrees along the way Proud of my military days