Samuel John Poet Ballad

The Crossroads

Caught between the crossroads
My mind was boggled…..I couldn't choose.
Both ways led to happiness, 
But one I’d eventually lose.

Both were marked by beauty
That was bestowed by God above; 
And as I stood there so confused
I yearned to find my true love.

Baffled I took a step forward
And I followed the path to the right, 
But halfway through I realized
That the other one was equally fine

So I turned and headed back, 
Back to the point where the crossroads did meet.
Now I hesitated to take the other road
since I knew that I would soon retreat.

I sat myself down and took off my bag,
My head just throbbing due to the heat
I sipped on some water and quenched my thirst,
As I stretched my aching feet

Then suddenly a gust of wind blew in my face…
The dust blinding me momentarily; 
When I opened my eyes….I realized
the crossroads were gone…… a straight road remained

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Poet Destroyer A October 25, 2010 at 8:55 AM good write on crossroads, enjoyed your write,..P.D.

Anthony Nutter October 25, 2010 at 2:46 AM Enjoyable read, how many times have we headed down the wrong road only to turn around and find the right path. A moment to to stop and mediatate could save us a lot of detours.

Dominic Magofna October 25, 2010 at 12:14 AM awesome material... i'd like to see more of your work in the near future.