I dug a hole.
I had difficulty climbing out.
Why do I do this to myself?
*
I dug a hole.
I barely managed to claw myself out.
The next time, I’ll try to take more care
*
I dug a hole.
I got stuck in the quagmire.
Luckily, a friend reached in to lend a hand.
*
I dug a hole.
It was too deep for my own good.
A kind soul lowered a ladder.
*
I dug a hole.
I got stuck in the bottom.
Someone lowered a rope for me to climb out.
*
I dug a hole.
I was buried in filth.
Many worked to set me free.
*
The next time I dig a hole,
I’ll plant a tree.
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Julie Lacksonen
Julie has been a music teacher at a public school in Arizona since 1987. She enjoys writing, reading, walking, swimming, and spending time with family.
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