Im Here Now Somehow
Something happens, a thought forms, I'm alive
First memory, looking from my pram, at the sky
Not a clue where I came from, don’t actually care
So this is life, reality, I’ve just become self aware
Bouncing instinctively, whilst breathing on reflex
As time goes by, I start to imitate moving objects
Bonding with family and friends, in tears and joy
For the moment at least, just chewing on my toys
Then comes early education, perplexing traditions
Must be kept in check, as I make innate decisions
Turned out a mischievous child, borderline liability
But falls and injury, bring me sense of vulnerability
Meanwhile random events, appear out of the blue
People start dying, I notice babies being born too
Curiously asking questions, getting same answers
Told about heaven and hell, emphasis on the latter
Sometimes wish I could go back, change my ways
But whats the point, life would simply be on replay
Only get one chance as a child, it’s better than none
And at the end of the day, is over quick as it begun.
By
David Kavanagh
Copyright © David Kavanagh | Year Posted 2021
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