Oh Jenifer

Oh Jenifer I heard your calls

You were alluring, I was drawn

You surely would add to the story

Of paths well taken, of lives fully lived

My journey had taken me thus far

And I wanted to walk with you

‘Til the end of this day

Softly, gently you showed me the way

I was so sure the route would be easy

I was as carefree as could be

Oh Jenifer what did happen

To a promise of a fabulous stay

I thought there would be an interlude

Something to sweeten my dreams by

I found myself wandering about in confusion

Without knowing when you had left my side

I didn’t know whether I should march on

Or return to you for a sign of clarity

My legs covered more miles than I meant to do

In the end I realized you had led me astray

Oh Jenifer I’d found my way

Without going back to search for you

I hope to be more prepared

When my name is ever called again

I should be armed with maps and compasses

So always I know how to get out

Of the woods and of the many Jenifers

However hauntingly beautiful they may be

If by chance someday we’ll meet again

I hope to not lose you half way through the Jenifer Loop Trail