What Lies Ahead Poem by Frederick Nellist

I have no illusions of what lies ahead
I've been there before
Places where angels have already tread
Guided by Murphy's law.
Who then knows what lies round the bend
How is this game played
I hope I may find a much needed friend
A hope usually delayed.
Better or worse than tomorrows before
I'll start with a clean slate
I'm optimistic what is lying in store
It's all in the hands of fate.
I could close my eyes and dream instead
Or have I left it too late
The thought of failure fills me with dread
But I will not anticipate.
I'll turn the corner take what life brings
And find out who I am
I'll take a chance with no attached strings
I really do give a damn.