one “what if” away

In the universe next door,
just one “what if” away,
I waited.

How many
“what ifs” away
is one where you came back?

leadership training IV

 [an owl,
I fly through a window

too much X-files?

As the track approaches the crest,
a sudden band of light
appears behind the trees.

Alien landing lights!?!

…no, just the city skyglow

I trundle on in the dark,
disappointed,
and slightly embarrassed.