I wrote a lousy poem that I didn’t think was worth editing to try and salvage, but I wasn’t blocked so I just immediately started writing this one which turned out much better due to me being more focused. I say all that just to help fellow writers who might find themselves in a similar situation sometime.

Can’t even write poetry!

What’s wrong with my brain?

I get that you’re taxed right now.

Know I’m in pain.

But buck up, buck-a-roo

You’re stuck in a loop!

‘O self-loathing and pity.

A hen in her coop!

When the gate is wide open—

The owners have fled!

You don’t have to comply now!

You can think for yourself!