Oh This Life

What if you wake up
troubled and frustrated,
with an aching in your heart
or in your hands?
What if you fear your time slips by you,
quiet thoughts that may have you wondering.
What's left to say,
 if no one understands?

I say,
remember to enjoy what you do,
and just stay busy.
Really,
remain responsible with everything
you do,
and say.

I say,
this life is still for the living.
Just put on those big girl panties,
and make your way.
You can still find your joy with every foot fall.
Step by step, just get on with your day.


Nancy McEldowney
January 6, 2012