On Second Thought
As National Poetry Month comes to a close, I invite you to take a deep breath—that’s it—relax, and enjoy this original poem. If you’re like me, you’ve suffered from the paralysis of analysis. This poem is a tribute to action.
I tried not to over think it.
On Second Thought
What’s in front of me
gets the best I’ve got.
I was never one
for periphery,
where targets are lost.
The right isn’t done
behind a back but
in the palm of hands
and the glint of eyes.
The first act is what
courage understands.
The second thought lies.
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Love your poem……….
It’s in the genes!
When’s my next volume of Mark Decker poems arriving?
Simplistic wisdom Mark! I like the first poem too, you know, “I tried not to overthink it…” <3
Diana xo
Glad you caught that one, too. Just hid it in there.
easy, breezy wisdom and much needed today, Mark.
Thanks!
-S.
I’m glad, Sean. Thanks for stopping by! Keep it simple.
“The first act is what courage understands.” Love this Mark. What a beautiful gift you possess with your use of words.
Thanks Annette!
Love this!
Love it all but especially the last few: “The first act is what courage understands. The second thought lies.” Amen.
Thanks! When that came through the muse transmitter, I knew I had something.
And it’s so so true for me.
As an over thinker, it’s only when I act that things happen.
At least I think that was what you meant!!
You really are a gifted writer, Mark.
You must be an awesome teacher.
My favorite Language Arts teacher was my 9th grade teacher.
(He was cute, too!)
But he motivated me to write a speech, and I put it to my own piano music.
It was one of my best moments in my school life!
Teachers really matter.
xo
Wendy
Mr. UT wrote a cool post…I wish blogger had a like button like Word Press does.
Do you think I should switch to WP?
tipsynomore.blogspot.com
Thanks Wendy!
Well, I try my best. I find, like you’ve shared, teaching to be one of those great and worthwhile things to do with your time. Even though it’s frustrating as all get out at times!
The blogspot / wordpress disconnect is real. I’ve tried to find solutions but haven’t found any. I think it depends on what you want out of your blog. I’ve never used blogger before.
I will love you forever
I saw you this morning, naked in a glass hotel
Again I sipped slowly on a new days bitter tears of regret
The shadow of despair pushed me toward you in a mornings light
My hat and coat, my proper dress, a suit of armor waiting by the door
I bum rush your world, I stumble from side to side, I feel my guilt and shame, I relive my betrayal.
Leaving you behind I have taken you with me. In abandonment you are with me forever.
I choke on my justified innocence, swallow tears of regret. The thief says, thou shall not steal from one who has nothing to steal. The liar lies to himself always.
I am a liar.
Just having a bit of fun. Have a great day!
Always appreciate some free verse! That’s what poetry’s all about. I dig the piece.
This was the perfect bedtime snack to slow the mental; or, at least, try. Thank you!
Great ending.
Doesn’t it lie though?
It’s that second thought, the later one, that always gets me into trouble.