staycation

this was the result of a some self-talk. if you've never heard of a "staycation", it's time off w/ no plans, aside from enjoying the small things... such as sleeping in and letting phone calls go to voicemail. take today for example... which was the 4th day of my staycation... i slept until 11, spent a good majority of my day in bed, watching the battle between laziness and slumber, then moved the party to the couch for some r & r with Spike Lee and my friends hops and barley. many moments of inspiration, recollection, despair, and fortitude came and passed while i enjoyed 2 great films. whatever tomorrow brings, i'll embrace it with a vigor that came from the reality that then, now and everything in between is nothing more than a collection of moments. moments that paint a collage... a tapestry of life. i'll now step down and carry on with my piece.

for those stuck in the grind

and to those losing their minds

let me recommend a fix, a patch

something to tide one over

and assist you in collecting thoughts

if you got the time, take it

for those less unfortunate, fake it

but find a way to stay in bed

walk the streets of your town

do what it takes to gather one's self

for without one's self

we're no good to everyone else

we're awash in apocalypse

zombies serve us lunch

then leave us messages

we forget and overlook

the beauty of a sunrise

the serenity of a cool breeze

the reason to be and continue

reasons that continue

regardless of our participation

mirrors reflect but hide what others see

why can't everyone step outside

and allow themselves a chance to perceive