This introvert loves her
solo time
So when I had a moment
to golf by myself
I took it
I bet you I love this
I told myself
It was a gorgeous day
Trees finally showing off
their changing ways
Not cold but not hot
It was perfection
YES
This will be great
I started out playing well
Well for me which isn’t fabulous
but then it happened
“Just play through us”
OK, I sheepishly replied
Immediately regretting
the answer
But acting as if
I didn’t
No pressure
They reminded me
Take your time
Against their advice
Against my gut
I hurried my game
Golf requires
My total presence
I was losing it
The fun
The moment
The love
My mind
Trying to create more distance
To relieve the pressure
I rushed
Losing balls
F-bombs a plenty
Wanting to drive away
Then I caught a threesome
They offered to have me
join them
Against my introverted inclination
I agreed
Quick introductions
Bonnie, Kathy, and Joe
We were off to enjoy the game together
My game slowed down
We watched and supported one another
No keeping score
Just enjoying the game
Together
I learned something
A big something
One that will change the way
I approach many things in life.
One plus one is greater than two
A walk with a friend
A shared cup of coffee
Playing a game
A walk in the labyrinth
Anything with my husband
And apparently with
Bonnie, Joe, and Kathy
We are better together
The next time someone says
Do you want to join me?
Say yes
I’m pretty sure
it will take you
to a better place
