(I)
Ten minutes into the shower, I fail to recall
if I have applied a body wash & rinsed—
I just check the armpit
of my non-dominant hand.
(II)
After locking the door of my house
before stepping out & confirming 5 times
that I have done so, I sing:
“I am leaving on a jet plane.”
(III)
Often I forget my phone or wallet or watch
when I’m in a rush to catch my local train.
Now I tap all my pockets & wrists
after wearing my shoes.
(IV)
If I have to wake up at 9:00 am,
I set alarms of 8:30 am, 8:40 am, & 8:50 am,
despite being fully aware
that there is a Snooze button.
