the snow covered limbs
of the tree in the backyard
as they droop
from the persistent weight ~
as I notice
the feel
of a long held burden
overcomes me
unlike that tree
next to the block wall
I have the choice
whether to change
the normality of my life
or not
’cause
I have never
felt comfortable
with mere existence
the monotony
that comes
with everyday living
I have always had
this want to do more
give back
more than
I’ve taken
no need for a pat
on the back
and yet
even with such intentions
there are days I feel down
and as I look out
the window
to find
some
commonality
that provides
reassurance
for my
downtrodden mood
I must muster the strength
remind myself
who fuckin’ said
it’s gonna be easy
come on….
get up…….
move………….
Image & Words by ~Keith Alan Hamilton~