Hold 'Em

You place your bet
your universe set
On the flick of a wrist
You check your hand
breath is caught
As you wait to see
What deal is thrown.
Will fate be gentle?
Will the gamble pay off?
Time will tell
The waiting's hell
One card
Two cards
Three
Then the turn
Suspense is high
You're afraid to look
down the river
Into a straight
Time stands still
The gamble's thrill