Along for The Ride

We grew up near each other
on different streets, so we both know
different ways to the same places.
When I make turns that seem strange

take the scenic route,
you merely point it out,
a passenger in this vehicle
who rarely grabs the wheel.

Who wants to go the fastest way
all the time? Highways are efficient,
but wrong exits are interesting when
you're along for the ride.

I like where you take me,
when I'm your passenger
floating over familiar streets
that never looked so strange.

We waste our fuel on these trips,
driving fast on roundabout paths.
We could really take it slow.
Walk together instead.