The world never stops revolving
Though I would like it to slow down
I try from time to time to hit the brakes
Creating a loud screeching sound
Smoking rails emit a horrendous stench
Adding to my feelings of inevitability
Nothing can stop the train I’m on
As it streaks towards my own destiny
I sit upon the edge of my seat
Trying to regain a modicum of control
I watch the blurry world pass by
As the fear infiltrates my soul
Drawing deep cleansing breaths
Into my over taxed lungs
Willing the fear to withdraw
While remembering the work that’s undone
I have to learn to let things go
And trust in the engineers drive
For at times I simply have no control
No matter how hard I strive
Trust is such a hard concept for me
There are very few humans that I do
I’ve had to dismiss many childhood memories
Before I could catch a clue
I open my eyes as the train races on
And my gaze befalls upon you
Until that very moment in time
I didn’t realize you were on this train too
A calming sensation seeps into my soul
A feeling I’ve never known
Bestowing upon me a source of peace
As I see that I’m not alone
The train slows as you hold my hand
And the fear is erased
My life doesn’t feel out of control
When I’m in your loving embrace
Instilling a deep feeling of protection
I’m out of the way of harm
I know nothing will happen to me
As long as I’m in your arms
The train can continue to race
Or it can completely derail
But as long as I’m with you
My fears will not prevail
You’re my soul mate and bodyguard
And my anchor when life goes too fast
Keeping me safe and centered
Throughout my present, my future, and my past