Checking Me

 

By Mary E. Adair

Once I could run
Six miles a day.
My legs were strong
To dance and play!

But my surroundings now
Show a different life.
Still I am peaceful
And suffer no strife.

But nearby you will see
A blood pressure cuff
To determine if my readings
Are high or low enough.

Even meals are measured
While yet quite tasty
But with beloved snacks
I can't be too hasty.

The prescriptions add up
Plus the supplements too
But with many allergies
There's some I can't do.

How many doctors are on your list?
Just a few?
Mine number several and so
Appointments I do

To check my progress
Without duress
Only success
And Heaven forbid any stress!

So far, so good,
I'll have to say.
Looks like I am going
To live another day!

©Sep 28, 2024 Mary E. Adair

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