As for Me

I have never been one who has

been attracted to or thrilled by

high places or excessive speed.

You can have your cliff-hanging

and twisted roller-coaster rides

should you please.

I, myself, prefer a leisurely stroll

as I find my feet securely planted

on terra firma.

You can keep your salt-flat and drag-

strip breakneck speed. Descend if you

wish, diving into the briney deep.

I am content watching all these from

the sidelines of my scrutiny. No, no,

none of those daredevil stunts for me.

I am best suited listening to a calm

Beethoven sonata on the stereo or

reading aSteinbeck novel at home.

Carefully calculated low-impact

lethargy is is more my speed. In fact,

when it comes to mind, I find it a

stunning feat of bravery just standing

on my own two feet as I, with bold

intention, breathe in and out.

Chris Hanch 9-29-17