today it isn’t
tomorrow isn’t either
not all days
are about you

stand in line
the one
the universe
claims the time

you don’t get to choose
only hope and trust
that when
it’s your moment
your mind
is open

not closed
and focused on
the menial
the obscure
a self-centeredness world

be prepared
when the universe
taps you on the shoulder
shouts in your ear

it’s your turn
my dear

what will you absorb
what will you take away

be open
to that day

and the universe
may bless you
with
compassion
love
and gratitude