Outside

If you don’t have a yard
Or a terrace or deck,
(And, if moving, I’d strongly
Suggest that you check)

Just make sure there’s a park
Or a riverwalk, so
When you’re feeling cooped up,
You’ll have someplace to go.

For a window is not
Quite like being outside,
Where the air (fresh or not)
Somehow seems to provide

A connection to life,
Which I find that I need
To boost up my morale
(And for me’s guaranteed).

Yet I have to admit,
One exception I’ve got,
Will come later this week – 
I’ll stay in when it’s hot!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Smith nee Howarth Avatar
June 28, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Under a tree works well for me when the temperature is warmer than I like.
Rolland Avatar
June 28, 2026 at 4:01 PM
wonderful poem, always seeking for a safe place, i know some around my home, enjoyed reading your poetry
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