First time for Everything

FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING

Oh how I'd love to fly, on a lovely big Jumbo jet
And race across a cloud streaked sky
It's just one of those things I haven't done yet
I'm determined to live a bit, before I die

Adrenaline pumping hard, today is such a thrill
I don't think he would have approved
I'm shouting out loud that I'm not over the hill
This special day has left me moved

What a surprise, my very first flight, I am seventy nine
Could I please take your hand now dear
Once I'm in my seat I know that I'll feel fine
At my age, there's no such thing as fear

My stomach's churning loudly and my heart is beating fast
I close my eyes and cross my chest
I think of all those wasted years now passed
To beat this day I'd feel hard-pressed

For years and years life was hard and money was very tight
And I would always fear the worst
But now he's gone to a better place and I've been left all right
I will put my own happiness first

So if I never get to fly today I know I'll really be upset
Because I've kicked my old age into touch
And I haven't been on that beautiful Concorde yet
Do you think going next week a bit much?