I decided to stay in and drink alone today.
Not as dire as it might seem.
We shoveled snow for two hours this morning-
Before she could get the truck out to visit her family.
Then I needed some eggs and a pain pill before
Hooking up the new hot water tank.
Course I needed another pill after an hour on the concrete floor.
Feel free to go out and grab a meal, she said on her way out.
I’ll be late.
My back has begun to loosen;
And my knee to straighten.
Both hands can now open flat on the table.
You got anything to say old man? I ask the empty room;
Startled by the growl of my own voice.
He was quiet for now, but I’m sure he’ll be around later.
My head feels light on my neck-airy;
Like a beach ball in a breeze.
I decided to stay in and drink alone today.
Hot Bottoms 