Morning Check List

Morning Check ListRub eyes,
Open eyes,
Blink.
Long stretch,
Rest.
What the hell was that dream all about?
Ponder the possibilities,
Give it a rest,
Get back to it later.
Raise left arm,
Check the time,
Whatever.
Feels way too early.
Rise from bed,
Stroll to the bathroom,
Avoid stretching while peeing.
Flush.
TOO NOISY!
Get going.

Toothbrush humming,
Step on the scale.
Positive numbers flash,
I have mass!
Confirmation – I’m not a ghost.
Finish brushing teeth,
Spit into the sink,
I.D. check in the mirror,
Pass, barely.
Decision time,
Exercise now or later?
Shave now or tomorrow?
Wash hair?
GO!

Towel off.
Underwear on.
Choose a shirt to go with the pants to match the socks to agree with the shoes to go with the shirt.
Stop.
Select a different item and start again.
Stop.
Evaluate.
Stop.
This will do.
Deep sigh.
Good morning.

 

July 22, 2024