Something About Need

Much as dogs and cats do, we become

attached. My hands and feet follow me

even into sleep. I need them and mutually

they need me. I have over time become

attached to Beethoven and Queen, even

though they come at me from far different

places musically. Ode to Joy is a classical

idea which lifts me when I’m down, and

Don’t Stop Me Now motivates me when I

find the need to press on. I have become

attached to sunshine, water and air, though

there are times I take these for granted.

When I get all pissed off, I may have need

for another to remind me to breathe deeply.

Count to ten, a friend may recommend.

Numbers are a disposable commodity,

we figure, but can come in handy now

and again. Ever try to balance a check

book without them? Damn it, overdrawn

again...Breathe!!!

Chris Hanch 4-21-19