Born & Raised

On April 29th, 1980-something
I was born to a new proud mother
She said she would always care for me 'til the day she died
And she'd never let anyone ruin my life
But they sure tried

The day that I turned 18 my grandfather told me
He said "Chris, I think you should join the army"
I said I don't really think I'm cut out for that
No, I'm fairly certain I wouldn't last
But I do agree the benefits are quite astounding
But I know that I would throw up if saw someone dying

But if I went I would make the best of every moment
And show respect to my commanding officer
And come home with a medal
Or something cool like that

Just a few months ago my best friend inquired
He said "do you think you'll ever go back to college?"
I said yeah, sure, eventually when the time is right
When I find a university I kinda like
Because I do agree the experience is quite enticing
If I don't get too distracted by all the drinking

But if I went I would make the best of every moment
And pay attention to the teacher
And come home with some knowledge
Or something great like that