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On a Sour Note

Some days are special; others, not so much, I don’t know why this is the case -- Days when I am completely out of touch My head’s somewhere out in outer space. I don’t know why this is the case – That I cannot seem to pull myself together My head’s somewhere out in outer space I suppose I could blame it on the weather. That I cannot seem to pull myself together Well, it’s evident when I first get out of bed, I suppose I could blame it on the weather I know it’s something to do with my head. Well it’s evident when I first get out of bed, That the day is starting off on a sour note I know it’s something to do with my head And that there is no reason to take a vote. That the day is starting off on a sour note Days when I am completely out of touch, And that there is no reason to take a vote Some days are special; others, not so much. Written September 6, 2022

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 9/8/2022 3:32:00 PM

I love the phrase "when life gives you lemons make lemonade" and I would add when you hit sour notes make up a new chord, when raindrops and sunlight meet in the storm hunt for rainbows. Those first few moments of consciousness can be a precursor! Thank you for sharing this enlightening portrait. Sending you blessings for each and every morning and all the day through each day!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/8/2022 8:01:00 PM

Thank you so much, Sam, for your kind, thoughtful, and encouraging comment on my poem. I really appreciate the time you took to share with me.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 9/8/2022 2:54:00 AM

"I suppose I could blame it on the weather" - I guess you could but I am betting you will not.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/8/2022 8:30:00 AM

You know me too well, Caren. Thanks!

Arlo Parker

Date: 9/7/2022 12:54:00 AM

A light exposing my common problem...Thanks, Mr. Milton.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/7/2022 7:58:00 AM

Oh, I think it's fairly common for most folks, Arlo. Sometimes I think my first thoughts upon arising sort of sets the tone for the rest of the day, so I try to think positive when my feet hit the floor. Thanks for your comment.

Michael Tor

Date: 9/6/2022 10:38:00 PM

Each day is a new experience, wishing all good days, but knowing well it will bring new challenges. I guess if all your days were good you need a bad one to realize of the good ones. You can't win sometimes Milton. Thanks for sharing...

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/7/2022 7:59:00 AM

So true, Michael. I think, as I mentioned to Arlo, my first thoughts as my feet hit the floor sort of set the tone for the rest of the day. Think positive!!!

Bill Baker

Date: 9/6/2022 4:45:00 PM

They're days just like the one's in this Pantoum, my friend. Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/6/2022 6:43:00 PM

Indeed, there are, Bill. There are!

Heidi Sands

Date: 9/6/2022 1:07:00 PM

I completely agree. The days vary. I am having an off day today. Difficulty focusing. Great poem :)

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/6/2022 6:44:00 PM

Better days ahead, Heidi. Trust me on this!