January 2,  2023

STOPPING

 

Sometimes it’s the STOP sign that causes

me to STOP – but I’ve found out it’s mainly

the night – when it’s time to pause – chew

on the afterwards – with another – or when

all alone – when I need sleep – when  I stop

to sort out the day – not all of it – but maybe

to see one light – maybe even an insight - but

especially the shadows – and oh, I didn’t mention

the traffic, mostly the traffic, there are others

on the road, sometimes there is an accident -

and sometimes it’s the weather – but mainly

it’s the night – the stuff waiting there in the dark.

 

Reflections © Andy Costello