Learning to Drive

I have a fear of driving.

I've had it for a while.

But that fear seemed to lessen

When you looked at me and smiled.

"Try driving my car," you said

"there's no one else around."

I got tense and shook my head

and just stared at the ground.

Next thing I knew you were out the car

running over to my side.

You opened the door, I hesitated

"Just take it for a ride."

It was too late for me to tell you no.

I found myself taking your seat.

I gripped the wheel, held my breath

and felt my racing heart beat.

A few minutes felt like forever;

I didn't get us far and the car moved slow.

I knew by the look on your face

that I hadn't gotten us where you wanted to go.

You had thought you failed;

That you hadn't taught me thing.

We parked and I took the other seat,

and listened to you try to sing.

Maybe you didn't fix me,

and maybe there are some things I just can't do.

But all I know is when I drive,

I always think of you.