Fall Behind

We changed the clocks, which threw me off So I was up at 5; Too dark to walk, I had to wait For sunrise to arrive. I read my book and checked my mail Until the sky was light. Two days before, that hour Would have been as black as night. We spring ahead and fall behind; I never get that straight. My mind can’t wrap itself around This need to fluctuate. But soon the mornings will be bright Enough to hit the park, Though way before it’s dinner time Outside it will be dark. Our brains and bodies will adjust As time goes forth and back. Tonight, however, I am sure By 8 I’ll hit the sack.