Change
I thought I had a handle on things
But what little did I really know
Change
I have to have a handle on things
But there is little that I really know
Days so structured, arranged in rows
I schedule a convenient life
Change
Unstructured days, tossed to and fro
An inconveniently unscheduled strife
The pedestaled place of the admired
The honors and accolades they live
Change
Common ground finds the inspired
Honored for what they selfless give
A smile, a touch, a caring glance
Humanity that fills my days
Change
Barred by protective distance
As my humanity hides away
The sun will rise and each day come
And I will rise with the same intent
Change
The sun will rise and each day come
And we will rise with the same intent
commonsensiblyspeaking 
Good morning Brad. A very good poem about what we are dealing with now. We all get up and keep going. I felt like I related to this poem as in many ways this is how my routine is now. I think a lot of people will relate to this piece. Hope all is well Brad and that you have a blessed day. Love and hugs coming to you from Jonikins here in NC. 🌺🌸💕
Thank you for your kind words and thoughts, Jonikins! You always bring a smile to my face. Much love sent to you and yours! ❤❤❤
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Nature keeps marching on and humanity keeps us real
Agreed!
I love the structure of this poem, and the final stanza is perfect. Well done, Brad!
By the way, does this style of poem have a name? I don’t recall seeing one like this in your Friday series…
It is similar to a number of forms, but strictly compliant to any one I currently know of. Thanks for asking!
an Osborne original!
Beautifully written with thoughts that one can ponder upon…great work my friend!
Beautiful and inspiring!! I have really been struggling lately, which is why my blog has been so silent lately. I’m just having a really hard time sorting through the numerous emotions I’ve been feeling. But it’s time for me to start focusing on the good and the joys of life. Life continues, regardless of what’s happening in our lives and the globe. Time waits for no one. Thanks for your words, my friend!! As always, they are a blanket of comfort. ❤
I am sorry things are weighing on you recently. I understand your fears and concerns. As much as I want to take this pain away from you, I have no idea how to. And I feel useless just being another ear. I am hoping for better days ahead for you both! 🙏❤
Thank you, Brad, and you have no idea how much that ear means to me!! ❤🥰