Take This

Take this rope and loop it over 
that beam. Let it hang to remind us 
we always have options. Take the creek, 
take the path from the highway, take 
the unrelenting green expanse around us. 
Take a sip. Take a hit. Take five. 
Take care to know which way the wind 
blows. Take hold of my hair, my hand, 
take me to the moon and bring me back 
for breakfast. Take a penny. Take 
your shot. Take it on the chin. Take this 
medicine to change your life. Blast me 
with your hot takes and heartbreaks, 
your buttermilk pancakes. Take care 
of your teeth, their erosion tells the world 
how you lived. Take advantage 
of the moment in the moment. Take 
photos, take notes, take a look 
in the mirror. This is the only time 
what is happening happens. 
Take yourself out of the equation, 
everything’s about to change.