More Slowly Still

Consciously or not,

slowing occurs.

Resistance, once so determined,

dwindles with the inexorable slowing

until finally you embrace

the snail's pace replacing

the vigorous stride

that brought such pride.

 

New words are called for to define you;

active and energetic no longer apply.

Call for Roget to put a positive spin

on what might be inertia,

lethargy, lack of involvement,

or simply laziness.

 

So what words do apply?

Calmness. Serenity. Attentiveness.

And waiting. Waiting.

The slowing does not reverse itself

but tiptoes its way to the ultimate stillness.

 

 

 

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