Everyday Is Different

I awake each morn to chase the clock
In the race from nine to five, 
And firmly placed am I,in this dramatic flow, 
Upon my flight to stay alive. 
I peruse the paper with my morning cup 
And digest what yesterday has brought— 
I see who has died, what public trust has lied, 
And what war is being fought. 

I must trudge all day to sustain my way 
And earn a meagre wage. 
I display myself in moderate form 
To suppress my inner rage. 
I am a slave at best to my routines; 
I accept the clime that has no change; 
I place my hopes upon my dreams, 
But good fortune is somewhat strange. 

I can see that every day is different, 
Yet they bring a tedious tone, 
Whether I am labouring at my daily task 
Or resting wearily at home. 
The sun may shine upon this day; 
Tomorrow it may rain, 
But as every day is different, 
So are they the same!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Buck Avatar
January 2, 2018 at 3:08 PM
Robert: You've peered inside every man's day and picked out the highlights to share what you saw there in his heart. Thank you for sharing this with all of us on the soup. oldbuck
Mccallum Avatar
January 2, 2018 at 5:27 PM
Thank you, Sir!!
Allison Avatar
April 28, 2016 at 3:20 PM
Your words ring so true Robert:-( hugs Jan xx
Mccallum Avatar
April 28, 2016 at 3:41 PM
Thanks, Jan
Van Breda Avatar
November 25, 2015 at 3:23 PM
Hi Robert. Very true... and a great write ~~X~~
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November 25, 2015 at 4:06 PM
Thank You, Kim!
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