Naked In The Sun
A hot day
in February
around here
is an anomaly.
We are used to 3 feet worth of snow by now.
I can feel my skin getting warmed up
by the hot ball of flame
that floats in the cloudless sky
above my head.
I notice fear
in the tone
of the few.
They feel
that this unexpected sunshine
is a precursor
to our future.
Climate Change
The apocalyptic version
Where everyone dies
and it was completely our own fault.
They cannot enjoy
this beautiful winter day
with fear floating over their heads;
instead of the blue sky
that floats over mine.
Letting go
of the things that you cannot control
is key
for peace of mind.
You can control your own carbon omission
as best you can
You can recycle
but you cannot control today’s sun.
It might snow in a few days
It might snow in a few weeks
You don’t know
and you have no control over it
You only have right now guaranteed
So take off all your clothes
Spread out your arms
Smile back at the sun
and enjoy it while you can.
-C.H.