GOOD SENSE

 

When I opened the door, the light was dim,

   But she was lying in the moonlight –

Where shadows reflected from her pretty hair,

   And I could see the peacefulness on her face!

   I just stood there for a while thinking:

“How blessed can one man be?”

Then I was overtaken with emotions!

 

O how the years have just faded away . . .

   All of life’s ups and downs –

And I must admit my priorities were wrong,

   It’s funny how life can get in the way!

   Only now can I face the truth about things:

“It’s called man’s worst paradox!”

Making a living took the place of good sense!

 

Thomas Theophilus© January 18, 2026