Poetry Week, Part 7

[deckardcanine]

What would I give for a car that can fly?
That really depends on a whole lot of things.
For obvious starters, I want to know why
I’d pass up a jet for a car that has wings.
Just what’s the advantage? It doesn’t look cool
To sacrifice aerodynamics for style.
Perhaps it relies on alternative fuel
Or proves more efficient in fuel use per mile?
How long of a runway is needed to start,
And how many places accommodate landing?
If shaky, the ride could be bad for my heart.
I doubt it would keep much stability “standing.”
There’s also the question of whether the car
Is given to me or the whole human race.
The former scenario makes me a star
But garners attention I’d rather not face.
The latter? You’ve seen what some drivers are like.
To add a dimension would spell more disasters.
No thank you; I’d sooner agree to a bike
And leave aviation to capable masters.