When the world is turning left, I look right.
\nWhen it’s waltzing, I tango.
\nI do them well. Just not always in rhythm.
\nI’m great at a party, if I’m engaged.
\nOtherwise, I sit and observe.
\nI do that well, too.<\/p>\n
When the world is laughing, I cry.
\nWhen it’s being loud, I make quiet.
\nI do them well. Just not at the right time.
\nI’m a good friend, if I’m focused.
\nOtherwise, I’m thinking of other things.
\nI do that well, too.<\/p>\n
When the world is flying by too fast, I walk.
\nWhen it’s crawling, I peddle faster.
\nI do them well. Just slightly out of sync.
\nI’m great to talk to, if I’m listening.
\nOtherwise, I’m at peace watching ants crawl.
\nI do that well, too.<\/p>\n
Do I always feel comfortable in my skin? No
\nDo I see beauty where there is blight, and,
\ndiscomfort, when I could be smiling? Sometimes.
\nYet, I know who I am. And, why.
\nAm I easy to live with? Yes, fairly often.
\nOtherwise, I’m always searching for another question.
\nI do that well, too.<\/p>\n
I am a poet.<\/p>\n
~chowilawu~<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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