A Note to Self

Dearest Self,

When you've had a long day,

your tired

and yet,

you still have one more thing to do.

And that one more thing to do is

to take your youngest

to hockey practice.

Please commit

the following hockey game images

to memory.

The hockey player.

Even this picture of,

the ripple effect.

Keep in mind,

this spectacular puck handling,

which leads to the wind up,

the shot,

and the score.

Celebratory routine.

100% guaranteed.

Self,

Keep these images in mind.

Clear out the grumbling thoughts of

"why,

why did we start this all over again",

out of your mind and keep on.

All other grumbling thoughts?

Those can continue until further notice.

Signed,

Your conscience

(yes, you do have one.)