Life as a Road

by Caleb Freeman

His life before him he’s got all to lose

Try to imagine a day in his shoes

He’s rough and ready, at the top of his game

Yet remains in his shell concealing his pain

Damned to the land of all those who fail

His will to succeed he hopes will prevail

Bracing his jaw, mind set to his task

Unwavering resolve to behold at last

His purpose fulfilled at the end of the road

But not without finding many trails closed

So now before him beckons, that long, twisted path

With each dark bend threatens, some unknown wrath

Even so he presses forward, ignoring every fear,

Confronting every monster, cursing back every tear

© 2005 Caleb Freeman