view2022/5/25 #poetry
Having space to make mistakes
some cushion
some padding
a buffer
is often essential
since you can't avoid making mistakes
but is always necessary for peace of mind
view2022/5/24 #poetry
Today I was burdened by the heat
Unprepared, confused, disoriented; not quite delirious
If I understand correctly there are ways to do well in the heat, people who thrive in it
Strategies I have yet to learn
view2022/5/23 #poetry
Taking a walk
To break free from the triggers and reminders of all life's unending tasks
To move comfortably, without burden
To be out in the world, open to unexpected experiences
To be reminded of the pace of your human speed
view2022/5/22 #poetry
You can take it as it comes; but it may not come.
You have to let go of even the barest of expectations if you really want to go only where the wind takes you.
Even that the wind will blow.
view2022/5/21 #poetry
We could walk over a mountain. We would get to see some views, end up with really dirty shoes.
It could be a lot of fun or a great relief when done.
It is something I'd like to do, but especially with you.
view2022/5/20 #poetry
Taking a moment to feel that it is enough to be here.
To breathe with ease. To have a moment to pause. To be able to relax.
Remembering there is no guarantee to have these affordances. That knowing their worth is itself not to be taken for granted.
view2022/5/19 #poetry
You've probably never had a problem before that somebody else hasn't had and solved before. Generally speaking. Our world is made up of solutions to past problems. Tall buildings, sandwiches, air conditioning, all ways to deal with some difficulty.
view2022/5/18 #poetry
Nothing awful happened the whole day.
At least not to me. I'm sure some awful thing happened somewhere, not here though.
It was disappointing on many counts, but I really couldn't call any of the things awful, even if I have called those same things awful in the past.
Pleasant distractions have ameliorated dissatisfaction.
view2022/5/17 #poetry
Treat yourself nicely
Give yourself treats
Don't spend too long without resting your feet
Listen to music
Some that you enjoy
Use whatever tools are at your employ
Move your body
But also be still
Without the contrast you won't get a thrill
view2022/5/16 #poetry
That conversation that you didn't have
The one that was lost to time
That would have happened if another wasn't happening in its stead
That you think about later, when the other party is no longer there
That takes longer for you to forget then the one that really happened
You'll have it next time, really, don't worry about it.