Holding Your Nerve

Well, knock me right down with a feather
It's true that some faith in whatever
And holding one's nerve under fire
Can result in the things we require
Being sent to us served on a plate
By God, chance or synchronous fate

So, cross fingers or whisper a prayer 
Take small practical steps up the stair
Fret ye not and have hope for the best
And watch time take good care of the rest 
Who can say what the future will bring
When we wait for fat ladies to sing

by Gail
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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