Journal

Write in a journal? On a daily basis? I don’t have the time, as I seek out new places! Life butts in; in an annoying way No time to write! And, what would I say? *** My life’s ‘down-time’ has finally come I can decide what must be done! Habit dictates the homey mundane If I don’t write now; I can’t complain. *** ‘Things’ come first; no time to remain ‘Words’ wave on thru my struggling brain Phrases drift gently as a passing mist ‘Wasting’ my time I must resist! *** ‘Doing’ for others seems my routine Changing my ways, seemingly mean “Time Out!” I’ll say; “This time is mine” To note down my phrases, one at a time *** I surprise myself in retrospect Billowing problems now, no threat! Reading thoughts written long ago Perceiving emotions as they flow. *** Using rhyme I imprison strong feelings Burying deep they don’t leave me reeling Get them on paper; they dissipate Be uniquely me; always my fate!