Draw up the balance

Make a list
of all the things
we all do
we must do
or die
make a list
of all the things
we can do
we can all do

it’s a big world
for so many
small minds

make a list
of all the positives
of all the negatives
draw up
the balance sheet
be grateful for
some things
militate for others

make a list of all
that makes you
happy
make a list of all
that makes you
sad
choose a partner
and compare notes

John Lyons