The Odds

When is it worth it
To plow straight ahead
When the possible outcome
Imbues you with dread?

When is it better
To not take a chance
And stick with the ease
That a comfort zone grants?

Neither is perfect
But what I have learned
Is if you avoid fire,
You will not get burned.

Of course, then your world
Very quickly does shrink
So a risk might be worth it,
You foolishly think.

You let down your guard;
Into danger you ramble.
Most likely, you’ll find
It was not worth the gamble.