Bad Back
by Steven Gowin
The reclining massage chair
at the curb on Valdez Avenue
A sheet of typing paper
taped to the head cushion
Sharpie marked, Free Still Works
but the back that needs it
Can't move heavy furniture
and now a Spring rain falls
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A true Catch-22. *
okay, a free shower and an imaginary massage.
What's wrong with that?
*, Steven. Chair placed there like a politician's promise.
*So intelligently written, Steven. And funny.
Ouch. I feel the narrator here.*
Very sharp, Mr G.
Sharp picture.
I feel the ache and hear the patter of that rain.*
Oh, the terrible irony. Is it bad that I laughed?
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Good piece.
Nature intensifies our infirmities.
Good poem, Steve!
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So sharp, it cuts. ***
Nice. Enjoyed it.
Nice piece *
Nice work :-)*
nice little slice of life