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A Most Exasperating Day

I woke up this morning, and then without warning, I rolled off the bed, soundly bumping my head. That was just the beginning of what I call, my most exasperating day of all. Here's what happened next: Got into the shower, then suddenly lost power. Stubbed my toe getting out, causing me to curse and shout. In the dark I tried to dress, hoping I wouldn't look a mess. Lights came back on and sure enough, mismatched socks and other stuff. Spilled hot coffee on my blouse, just as I was leaving the house. Back inside to change my clothes; so far this day really blows! Ran some errands, so far so good, maybe I should knock on wood. Called a friend and met for lunch. While eating I felt a startling crunch! A tooth had broken - I wanted to wail! Why couldn't I have broken a nail? Now I'm feeling mighty stressed; this dental problem must be addressed. Dentist saw me right away, and told me what I'd have to pay. Tears welled up at his words. The price was totally absurd! Maybe I should just go toothless, these dental fees are way to ruthless. Driving home I was so distraught, I didn't stop as I ought. Police lights flashed in my rear view; now what am I going to do? The policeman asked for license and registration; I started to blubber in frustration. How could so many things go wrong in one day? Now I have a ticket to pay. I made it home without more trouble, and then I poured myself a double portion of sweet iced tea, to refresh and comfort me. I think I'll just go to bed, pull the covers over my head, and pray that tomorrow will be, a much better day for me. 8/7/16 (Fortunately, this is a work of fiction)

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Date: 8/18/2016 10:49:00 PM
Fiction or truth, it's very funny and I grinned reading it. Thanks for the laugh.
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Kim Merryman
Date: 8/19/2016 3:26:00 PM
Thank you, Beverly. I'm glad you got a laugh out of it.
Date: 8/12/2016 12:18:00 PM
I feel your frustration. Very well written Kim.
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Kim Merryman
Date: 8/16/2016 9:34:00 PM
Thank you, James. Fortunately this was just fiction!
Date: 8/9/2016 3:55:00 PM
so glad to read your note at the end, kim! a very entertaining poem now that i know it's not true...
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Kim Merryman
Date: 8/16/2016 9:32:00 PM
Thank you, Ilene. I'm certainly glad it's not true!
Date: 8/9/2016 2:08:00 PM
- A bad beginning of a new day, dear Kim - Hope tomorrow will be better - A great poem - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Kim Merryman
Date: 8/16/2016 9:31:00 PM
Thank you, Anne-Lise. Fortunately this was only fiction.

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