In Your Pocket
My tap dance teacher told us
We should always be prepared
With an improvised routine
Based on the lessons he has shared.
“Just keep it in your pocket,”
Was his wise and kind advice,
“So if asked at an audition,
There’d be no need to think twice.”
Now, this class has mostly seniors,
Not a pro within the group,
And I’m certain not a one of us
Will try out for a troupe.
Yet, I think there is some wisdom
In that counsel to apply
To so many parts of life,
Which can be useful by and by.
For some knowledge “in your pocket,”
Which is always there to use,
Whether tap dance steps or trivia
May help stress to defuse.
Still, before it’s “in your pocket,”
You will have to know it cold
And the confidence that brings you
Will be worth its weight in gold.
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