We know of all the things we should and can do Travel through each day trying to stay cool We walk a tightrope, hoping we won’t fall Keep pushing forward, not ready for a stall Never know what the outcome will be That’s just the chance you take Welcome to the jungle Everything’s real and nothing fake Stay true to yourself in the boondocks or the city Drifting away from your truth would be a pity Reality gets a hold on you like cigarettes and coffee The dreamer in you says no, you prefer tea and toffee Dynamics of each percolate, leaving you queasy Resolution is your goal: Let me down easy Directions will come; all you say is too, tired to listen Groove me; send me on my way I may struggle early; in the evening I’m fine If I keep progressing, it’ll be champagne and wine There are those I know, who don’t agree Instead of going for results they wait and see They want to be sure before they say yes But won’t get anywhere; that’s my guess They know the rules and don’t think it’s fair I tell them what I think, but they just don’t care I’m riding high and stick to what’s true They play it differently, which makes me misty blue Life goes on; you cannot put it on hold Embrace it with gusto, that’s what we’re told Now and then we all need a lift Don’t waste your life; it’s a precious gift Inspired by Etta James “the dreamer” Stanski April 1, 2020^
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Steve Haarman 