Maybe Tomorrow

I could take a walk, and,

enjoy the warmth of the sun

on my shoulders..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could sit on a bench, and

enjoy the sound of 

birds chirping happily..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could call an acquaintance, and

enjoy paddle-boating on the lake..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could sit in the sand, by the ocean, and,

listen to waves crash against the shore..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could throw on a swimsuit, and

take in some rays..., but,

I’m just not up to it today.

I could call my friend, and 

ask him if something’s wrong..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could tell him it hurts...but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could have a good cry, 

as I‘m feeling sort of lost..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could sit and ponder over 

events of the past few days..., but,

I’m just not up to it, today.

I could ask my friend, 

when I’ll hear from him, again..., but,

uncertain of the response...

I’m just not up to it, today.

We could have a discussion, and,

lay all cards on the table..., but,

if it’ll lead to the

end of our friendship...

I am, definitely,

not up to that, today.

                   Written by:  Karyn Cotillo

                                         7/19/2020

                Photo credit to:  Karyn Cotillo