Am I Really Doing Enough?
Good Morning.
Time to wake up and get busy.
Wishing things were like they were when I was young.
Those days when I had not a single worry.
Ten minutes into the day and already,
I am stressed.
I quickly brush it off as I open the blinds
And view the beautiful Texas sunrise.
My eyes get adjusted to the light, I smile at the beauty of nature
And I think,
“wish I had enough time to sit and watch nature.”
But no.
Assignments are due.
Essays are half done.
Piano has not been touched.
And a thousand other things to complete by the end of the day.
And I think to myself,
“Am I really doing enough?”
Breakfast is rushed.
I settle at my desk.
My mind wanders off...
Motivation is out the door.
Frantically I attempt to finish the tasks.
It’s noon.
Not one assignment has been completed
And I think to myself,
“Am I really doing enough?”
A satisfying lunch and a relaxing afternoon nap.
Evening approaches.
I’ve barely touched my work.
The sun begins to set.
Panic starts to hit.
Three hours later…
Everything is done.
Why couldn’t I have finished earlier?
To enjoy the beautiful day and relax?
How irresponsible of me!
Is this what it means to mature?
Procrastination and stress a part of daily life?
Yet again,
I think to myself,
“Am I really doing enough?”