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Unbalanced

by Glenn Currier

Missed a step of the stepping stool
smacked the sidewalk with my face
felt like a blithering fool
what happened to my grace

First parched earth of drought
now we’re so soaked with rain
the birdseed’s begun to sprout
dare I holler or complain

I think I need a change of scene
boredom cries for the next valley over
to smell the new scent of green
hear honey bees buzzing clover

They say hearing voices like yours
can be soothing and cozy
but too much harmony bores
and I think a little stink can be rosy

Living life in extremes
isn’t for me and isn’t sound
maybe it’s about stretching the seams
but not to be unbound

I don’t know if balance is my fate
Yes, equilibrium has its uses
but I like a tune that syncopates
and enough spice to excite the juices.

Written 8-14-18

08/15/2018

Author's Note: That recent fall where I hit my head reminded me of the delicate balance of life that is so easily taken for granted. Grateful there was no concussion or any internally serious problem. The external wound already healed. I'd been trying to find a new balance in my faith journey and some of my relationships so the co-incidence of the fall and the other stuff finally emerged into this poem.

Posted on 08/15/2018
Copyright © 2024 Glenn Currier

Member Comments on this Poem
Posted by Chris Sorrenti on 08/15/18 at 04:03 PM

Now that I'm 60, I've noticed my own balance has unsteady moments when walking or descending a set of stairs. As Canadian poet once remarked, "The incredible lousiness of growing old." Your poem is a great reminder to always be vigilant now that I'm heading into the golden years. Thanks for that, sir. Thumbs up.

Posted by Chris Sorrenti on 08/15/18 at 04:05 PM

Oops. The Canadian poet's name is Irving Layton. He passed away in 2006 from Alzheimer's at the ripe old age of 94.

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