Goal chosen wisely,
Journey planned well.
The unknown awaits,
With stories to tell.
The first step is telling,
Confirms the intent.
Each one that follows,
Will surely augment.
Calm and smooth sailing,
Is widely perceived.
The plan moves on forward,
Just as conceived.
Cloudless skies and well-marked trails,
Stoves that work and wind-filled sails.
Cars that run and sturdy shoes,
Healthy heals and happy news.
But then,
A storm looms to the west,
The trail sign is gone.
There’s no way to cook food,
Good breezes allude.
The engine won’t start,
Your boots come apart.
Big blisters have formed,
The news has transformed.
When plans go awry,
And you wonder why.
Don’t cry for what’s not,
Think of all that you’ve got.
Be excited when curveballs,
Come your way.
Because then is when,
Real adventures begin.
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