The Power Saw

The power saw is screeching,
Interrupting every thought.
I’m sending silent messages,
Which all add up to naught.

Of course, the neighbors have a right
To work around the house,
The same way I’m entitled 
To both seethe inside and grouse.

A quiet Sunday afternoon
Was what I’d hoped to get.
Instead, my peace disturbed,
I grit my teeth and moan and fret.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
September 3, 2021 at 11:44 AM
I despise the power saw sound. I would love to cut their cord in half.
Hankins Avatar
August 15, 2021 at 11:57 AM
Who in the world would be power-sawing on a "quiet Sunday afternoon" if they have a brain in their head. Oh, so...that's the problem, I see.
Leffanta Avatar
August 15, 2021 at 11:27 AM
Love your way with words!
Allison Avatar
August 15, 2021 at 11:18 AM
just be thankful its today and not when the tennis final was on, then again your cheering for the winner would have drowned out any saw noise!:-) hugs Jan xx
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