Epoxy

twirling five wheels 
up in the air
an affair
cushion weighted down
unheeded mail stuffed
under treads
family united with epoxy
the chair is patient
disabled and no longer
unglued
it will be coasting 
in a couple of days
not new but put together
as we sail

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CayCay Godwin

April 1, 2026 at 4:11 PM

Hey, just notched your writing / posting rhythm has been on a sabbatical that I hope isn't for a reason that's concerning. I've missed seeing you here, there and most everywhere. Despite appearances all things are in divine order, and I hold you in my thoughts as life centered with all things being well.

Kim Rodrigues

April 2, 2026 at 5:25 AM

All is good! Hugs

CayCay Godwin

April 1, 2026 at 4:06 PM

Did y'all really cause chair to ache so much so that it did break and was fated to be reinstated by glue as family used? AINT glue a friend to me and you? (2 ? that make statements, my work here is done.) This is serious cute, fun and enjoyable.

Kim Rodrigues

April 2, 2026 at 5:27 AM

Someone else’s chair! How many brothers does it take to glue a chair? Did they get it right? Who knows…lol

Kim Rodrigues

April 2, 2026 at 5:25 AM

Someone else’s chair! How many brothers does it take to glue a chair? Did they get it right? Who knows…lol

Yann Rolland

March 28, 2026 at 3:48 PM

well done, and quite inspiring thanks poet Kim will read again

Kim Rodrigues

April 2, 2026 at 5:25 AM

Thank you! Thank you! ;)

Bj Legros Kelley

March 24, 2026 at 5:12 PM

Epoxy, super glue and, may I add my favorite, duct tape, is sometimes all we need to get things up and running for a quick fix. Sail on sweet friend! <3

Kim Rodrigues

April 2, 2026 at 5:26 AM

Thanks, BJ! So true!

Silent One

March 22, 2026 at 5:27 AM

Nicely done Kim... I hope all is well with you..

Kim Rodrigues

March 24, 2026 at 10:47 AM

Thank you! All is well.

sara Etgen-Baker

March 19, 2026 at 5:19 PM

where would we be if we didn't have expoxy, literally and metaphorically. Nicely penned. Wishing you well, Sara

Kim Rodrigues

March 24, 2026 at 10:48 AM

Paige Hind

March 18, 2026 at 9:22 PM

I like the metaphor between being cushioned in a chair and then actually walking. Sail on, dear friend. Sounds almost better to sail doesn't it? :) I liked the title, at least you're holding it together. If I am getting this right... Xx <3