Future

I never thought about the future

Just far enough ahead

Thinking what the world could be always filled myself with dread.

I never thought about my career

Just a job that paid the bills

Enough to cover room and board, and maybe a few travels and thrills

I never thought about a family

Just enjoyed the one I had

Knowing we all die one day and accepting that I'd be sad

I never thought about a home

Just where I laid my head

Four walls, a sink, a bathroom, and what was once a big enough bed

I never thought about love

Just read it in my books

Thought it seemed silly and illogical, holding hands or exchanging looks

I never thought about life

Just lived the day-to-day

Until the one came where you met me - and now all my thoughts are swept away