The everyday life

An ode to the mundane

The dip in the mattress that cradles your hip The comfort of the ragged sweatshirt A favorite chair, a trusted knife Such are the joys of the everyday life The time spent not waiting For the next thing to happen The time spent not caring If the dishes are done The contented sharing Of modest achievement The unexpected pairing Of siesta and sun

I rise in praise of the lacklustre Though it rarely receives the acclaim Though I understand the need for boom and for bluster The everyday life keeps me sane