Santuary Bar

WriteBeLight

Work day was tuff,

Had to work late.

Just wasn’t enough,

The lunch I ate.

 

But, it’s not just food,

I need to be fed.

But, time to myself,

Be with just me, instead.

 

It’s not that I’m sad,

Or, even depressed.

I just need to sit,

And, decompress.

 

I’ll get off my chair,

Put on my coat.

Take my coffee cup,

And, my lunch tote.

 

Turn off the light,

Head to the hall.

Don’t come back,

Until tomorrow.

 

In my car,

Turn the key.

Go to a bar,

Very near me.

 

Turn the wheel,

Towards the lot.

Found a close,

Parking spot.

 

Out the door,

To the walk.

Hope no one,

Wants to talk.

 

Just want to escape,

Again to feel human.

All by myself,

Me, once again.

 

Grab a seat,

At the bar.

Order a drink,

Home’s not very far.

 

Nibble on popcorn,

Watch the T.V.

Not really looking,

At what’s on the screen.

 

Sit and dwell,

How the day went down.

It’s a noisy bar,

But, I hear no sounds.

 

Ice has melted,

Into the booze.

I’m so relaxed,

But, not enough to snooze.

 

Get my tab,

Pay the bill.

Just one drink.

Please, no refill.

 

Leave the joint,

Get back to my wheels.

Begin to head home,

I like how I feel.

 

Back to the house,

Park in the garage,

It’s still twilight,

And, not too dark.

 

So, the last few minutes,

For my “Me” time has passed.

Still, happy to be home,

After this day, at last.

  • Author: WriteBeLight (Offline Offline)
  • Published: March 31st, 2017 05:57
  • Category: Reflection
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  • Michael Edwards

    Oh if only I could watch TV or go to a film without getting bored and wandering off or falling asleep - me time is on my own with a sheet of paper to write, draw or paint.

    • WriteBeLight

      I get very little "Me" time, but when I do, I make the most of it. I do take time on a Saturday morning to sit and write. But, most of the time the TV is blaring or I am being asked to do something. So, I am grateful for any time I can give to myself. Thanks for the comment Michael. You certainly use your "Me" time well 🙂

    • willyweed

      ah to unwind after the grind. nice one WBL

    • BRIAN & ANGELA

      Thanks HONEY ~ Very apt and it complements the frenzy of the "Daily Grind" featured in my ODE today. The Good Book advises us to meditate ! Any time ~ anywhere ~ any how ~ just do it ! However your poem hilites the importance of being alone ~ AMEN. Thanks for being you ~ love the picture ~ Hugs ~ BRIAN

      • WriteBeLight

        Thanks Dear Brian. We should take time to meditate. It is good for the sole. 🙂

      • P.H.Rose

        Love this WBL.
        Great poem,
        On my own riding
        The bus or sat in
        A pub(bar) people
        watching is the
        Best time for me
        To get inspiration
        For my poems,
        Also sat in bed
        When my love is
        Fast asleep is
        Another good
        Time. It's like
        Being alone
        Except when
        She snores
        Which believe
        Me is a sound
        I still don't believe
        Comes out of that
        Beautiful being..
        Glad I found time
        To read this...
        Enjoyed it very much..
        Norm.

        • WriteBeLight

          Thanks! I have to say being alone to think is so valuable to me. I am happy that you relate to this. And, you are so funny about your love and her snoring. HA HA. Thanks again for taking some of your so valuable time to read my poetry. 🙂

        • MendedFences27

          Well, sounds like fun, in a "Me" kind of way, but we all need those moments from time to time. A long day at work always seems to make the drinks taste better. This poem ran smooth and conveyed the images and the action to a "T." The theme of needing some "Me" time is unique, at least I've not read much on it, lately. Well done. - Phil A.

          • WriteBeLight

            Thank you so much Phil. You are right about how the drinks taste better! I always enjoy the popcorn too!

          • ron parrish aka wordman

            sounds like a great day to me,and i wonder who that good looking lady is sitting at the table

            • WriteBeLight

              That is Ms. Clipart. She is the perfect fit for how I feel when sitting and relaxing though. Except, I only drink white wine 🙂 Thanks Wordman!

              • ron parrish aka wordman

                you`re welcome



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