No shortcuts

Where I want to go
There are no shortcuts on the road

I cannot run a red light

At times, I am even forced 

To take a few steps back.

Where I want to go

A dream place I already saw
The way is tedious and hard

The destination always seems so far.

Where I want to go

There are directions to follow

And though I might take longer

I am sure to make it on my own.

Where I want to go

There are no shortcuts

So many traps and holes
Yet each step and misstep
Still bring me closer to my goal.