Today is not the day I expected it to be. Naturally, or calendrically, I was anticipating something else.
Perhaps I am behind the time, or forgetful; as the case may be.
So, excuse me for neglecting the day, a holiday.
Yes, it is a Monday. I’m not quite sure I am ready for it
© 2026 j.g. lewis
As much as I am doing what I’m doing, I have no real idea what I’m doing, except I am doing it. It has become routine, especially in the morning.
I write, generally every damn day.
It is what I do.
Now, somedays, I’m doing it a little slower. We all have those days that require a little more time, or the ideas don’t come as fast as they should. Other days I am not doing as well as I should, but I still do it.
Write on.
Today it feels like it’s a little more on impulse, but I’m still filling space. That itself is one large statement that pushes the boundaries of the mind, so I’m going to let that thought sit with me for another day or two.
It’s that sort of a day.
It is not the brightest of mornings, the overnight rain is still showing signs of what was, but the forecast predicts it will only get better.
Couldn’t we all use days like that?
© 2026 j.g. lewis
Are you doing okay today?
How did you do yesterday or the day before that?
Still too early to ask?
Have you had your coffee and done all those things you need to do to prepare yourself for the day? Are you ready for the week ahead?
Best to go day by day.
Sometimes it takes time.
Other times, time is not kind.
Are you caught up in a rush or tangled up in reflection?
Can you see your way to make it through another day?
Another week?
Remember: day by day.
I’m trying.
Perhaps that is all I can do.
How about you?
© 2022 j.g. lewis
it must be observed
to be felt
uncertain arrival
you do not notice
until you do
infrequently unfortunately
tucked into the chaos
and global squalor
it comes to you
from time to time
often when
you need it the most
remind yourself
peace is important
acknowledge what you can
when you can
however you can
reposition your
disposition
© 2023 j.g. lewis
