I’ve injured my
thumb
I’m not sure
just how
It was no doubt
something dumb
But it’s painful
and….. OW!
Did I twist it or turn it?
Did it hit something hard?
It is sprained or just bruised?
Is it permanently jarred?
It is swollen
and red
It won’t bend
all the way
I just shake my
head
In chagrin and
dismay
Should I go see a Doc
for my poor, painful thumb?
Or continue to soak it
in salts of Epsom?
Why won’t it get
better?
It’s been more
than a week.
I think that a
nurse
Should just take
a peek.
It’s painful and sore
It hurts quite a lot
Can I simply just ice it?
Or perchance get a shot.
Perhaps it’s
arthritis.
Or could it be
gout?
No!
I refuse to believe it!
I angrily shout!
So I continue to soak
And take a few meds
And ponder my thumb
As I crawl into bed.
Yes, I’ve
injured my thumb
Not sure what to
do.
Some advice I
could use
From one or a
few!
Quote for the day: Our body is our temple.
We should, therefore, respect it,
Understand its importance
and always return to it:
it is our refuge.
~Thich Nhat Hanh
What a fun poem! I will have to share that one with my kiddos tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun read! I was reminded of Shel Silverstein. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat poem...made me smile..(so sorry when you are in so much pain!) I say give it a few more weeks keep soaking in Epson..great idea..but after a couple of weeks best to give in a seek a professional :-)
ReplyDeleteI hope your ouchie is better soon. I love the line about soaking in salts of Epsom. This made me laugh and feel sorry for you. Two emotions in one poem, way to go!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fun poem but does illicit some sympathy at the same time. Hope your thumb is better. Nice job! Thanks for sharing! Happy Slicing! :)
ReplyDeleteThat was great. I chuckled several times. Isn't funny how something as small as a sore thumb can be such a big deal.
ReplyDeleteI love love love your thumb poem! I was just thinking about the thumb and how much you take it for granted...until gets hurt- then you really notice it!
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