Regret

an abundant life I could have had
doing what I love
one of purpose, joy and pride
and blessings from above

had I never been afraid to try
or too scared to take a risk
perhaps I would not feel regret
for all those chances missed

talents wasted, thrown away
dreams that died too soon
impossible they were to me
like shooting for the moon

if I could turn the hands of time
back to my days of youth
I would not fear the days ahead
for I would know the truth