I Thought I Conquered

I came, I saw, I thought I conquered

Life decided to go another way

Winds of change swept everything away

Goodwill I had - mercilessly squandered

I‘m honourable enough not to sway

But expressed intent stands dishonoured

I came, I saw, I thought I conquered

Life decided to go another way

Moments of realisation - awkward

As I turn back, find another way

A perceived giant with feet of clay

I am claustrophobic, and cornered.

I came, I saw, I thought I conquered