Caren Krutsinger Poet Free verse

What Did I Learn Yesterday

I learned that I should eat my dessert first
For I am older, and I might die. But I didn't.

I learned that people are enthusiastic and loving.
And that in order to keep them, I have to do a little work.

I learned that to rejuvenate myself I have to make my own fun.
So I do that by painting cartoon canvases, and seeing grandchildren.

I learned that I do not want to spend a minute being bored.
And that I am in charge of my time, and how to spend each second.

I learned that it is okay to make an excuse and let go of
Whiny needy angry people even if they are your relatives.

Yesterday I learned to set the groundwork so I could
Thoroughly enjoy the day. Tomorrow I will learn more...

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Barry Stebbings March 4, 2019 at 9:20 AM What a lovely, thoughtful poem. Caren. Going into my Fav's // Barry Caren Krutsinger March 4, 2019 at 10:41 AM Thank you Barry. I appreciate it so much.

Swetha Vangaveti March 4, 2019 at 7:11 AM Wow.. a nice one. Loved it :) Caren Krutsinger March 4, 2019 at 10:42 AM Thank you Swetha. I just threw it down and edited it a bit, in desperation as I am meeting daily goals for myself.