Upon learning I have been invited to interview for a job I applied for

When destiny comes calling, and

I’d really like to hide

behind the door, perhaps, or maybe

underneath the slide

The spectre of a grown-up life

with all its freedom, fear,

responsibility and wonder

looming ever near

I try to take a breath and tell

myself to stand up straight

to answer it with humor, or

acknowledgement of fate

I’d like to learn to find my way

and still live with enjoyment.

I shouldn’t have to duck and fear

an honest day’s employment.