Just a Few Steps

Dreams of tomorrow leave nothing to chance, Work is not wasted on far off romance. Most people won't stop for a second glance As they walk through life in a foggy trance. Today can't keep up with days that can't wait, Time's the enemy to which some relate. Those wishes in life only resonate With the thoughtful few and scenes they create. Some seek the shelter from a falling mist; Others roam the streets, their hands clenched in fists. The battles outside call us to enlist, To farewell maidens who've never been kissed. The birds will escape from the coming storm, They'll be far from home before the next morn. Writers and critics will never conform And masses will leave like bees in a swarm. Ev'ryone will have a story to tell, Some put it to song and sing it so well. Yet there is one thing on which we should dwell: Life's but a few steps from Heaven or Hell.