Tightrope

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry
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Tightrope

Let us gently walk
on this tightrope called life,
trying to keep our bodies still,
our minds calm
which easily slip into
the grip of worry,
because prying the ‘worry fingers’
away from worn-out brains
nearly takes the jaws of life.

Make each step gentle
to avoid tumbling
into a rabbit hole of anxiety,
sliding deeper
into shadows that frighten,

and softer steps
are healthier
than getting stuck
in the muck of negativity
that will weigh us down
like an overloaded backpack.

The tightrope may fray though.
It could snap with one wrong footprint.

So, our light steps are obligated
to keep us balanced.

Our gentle steps will steady
the wind in our wings.

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105 thoughts on “Tightrope”

  6. This is an awesome poem and very meaningful. I have often likened life to a rollercoaster with many ups and downs but as I get older a tightrope might be more applicable. What I would really like life to be is a flat open road. (perhaps its my prairie background) ❤️❤️

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    1. Thanks so much, Darlene, for your awesome words! I’ve done the same regarding a rollercoaster, and then a tightrope came to mind. But I do like your idea of a flat open road. And the inspiration from your prairie background fits perfectly. Thanks again! 💖🌷

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    1. I’m glad my words resonated, Maggie. I wrote it personally for me, but then I changed it for everyone. It’s so easy to slide down that rabbit hole of worry, at least, it is for me. 🙂 Hugs and lots of love to you also, my friend 💞💫🥰💐

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  15. Yes, I’ve been fighting anxiety over too much to do. Taxes, my HOA Newsletter, a program for a charity event, press releases and flyers for the event. All at once! Thank you for your calming words.

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      1. I got taxes prepared and uploaded to the CPA this weekend. Today I wrote all the copy for the HOA newsletter. I’m waiting for it to be proofread and approved before I lay it out. Then on to the next thing. One task at a time! Yes, that’s the secret.

  19. Oh what a lovely poem Lauren! Life is indeed like walking a tightrope, without a safety net on some days! UGH! 😝 Thanks a million for sharing such a poignant poem my friend. 🤗💖🥰 Hugs and smooches! 😘

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      1. Lauren my dear, it is always my pleasure to read your profound words and let the message sink in. Thanks so much for sharing your heart and soul with us! Love ya! 😍💖🤗💋😘

      2. Oh, Ian, I’m not a professional, but I am putting myself out there more than I ever have. Not sure what my end goal is, but if others are touched by my writing then that is the best reward. And you are an incredible writer, so please don’t see yourself short. I always appreciate your feedback.
        You’re welcome, and thanks again! 😁

      1. You’re welcome, Lauren. You sum it up well… often we offer helpful wisdom in service of others yet sometimes forget to incorporate it into our own lives to ease our suffering.

  38. A wise poem, dear Lauren. Your poetry always seems to reflect something on my mind.

    There is a lot to stress about.

    I grabbed onto the chain’s arts link, and will use that to best advantage.

    Make art not war!

    xo❦🌹❦xo

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    1. Thanks so much, Resa. I’ve (we’ve) been a bit stressed lately b/c of the news, so many of these poems were written for selfish reasons, but hoping they could provide calm for others too. Make art not war! Agree! Love and hugs to you! xoxoxoxoxo

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      1. The news is a shi% show!
        Maybe selfish in the beginning, but you have shared feelings and thoughts many have.
        Here, in the 51st state, we have painful, confused feelings, too.
        Lots to say, but suffice too know I adore many American friends I’ve made here on WP.

        It breaks my heart whenever I realize someone I know and like voted for …….
        xoxoxoxoxo

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