Stairway to Heaven

Steven West
I was taking the stairway to heaven

When I fell along the way.

I landed on my behind

Somewhere in Bombay.

Next time I'll take the elevator.

It's a safer way to go.

But for now, I'm biding my time,

Playing on my old banjo.

Published by Steven West

I have a passion for creative writing and political discourse. Happily married for over 24 years, I have 2 children and work with special needs kids in the public schools. I enjoy making people laugh and sm...  View profile

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  • Delicia Powers5/4/2011

    Play on I always like your song...:0)

  • Peter Flom5/4/2011

    Nice poem. But somehow "elevator to heaven" doesn't have the same ring

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