I Used to Wonder by Bob Johnson

I used to wonder if I could fly

Would I look down on all from the sky

And let the wind keep me free

Above the earth that I could see.

I used to wonder what it would be like

To sit astride a motor bike

To have the wind blow through my hair

And breathe in all the countryside air.

I used to wonder if I would be tall

To stand up high above them all

To see over the head of those young and old

And watch the events around me unfold.

I used to wonder if I would learn

And be taught everything of concern

And use it all in a later time

To answer all questions sublime.

I used to wonder if I would find love

Magically announced by the call of a dove

A person who God made just for me

And I for her, I would surely see.

I used to wonder when I grew old

If I would live fearless and bold

Or would I cower and certainly hide

From life’s challenges not pushed aside.

I used to wonder if I would have friends

Who stay with me through the bitter ends

And I, in return be true to them all

To be by their side at their beck and call.

I used to wonder about all of my dreams

The ones with laughter and those with screams

Of all the mysteries of my mind

And be fearful of what I might find.

I don’t wonder so much now, or worry about life

The day to day living and the world full of strife

For I know now that I was given a plan

The pathway for me to be just who I am.

So, I will live out my days

Searching for the many ways

To end it happily and at peace

Knowing that wondering will never cease.