This day… this life

a poem by Jan Oskar Hansen

This morning began with a slam of a door
On the first floor and I smiled glad to be
Awake after a dream-ridden night.

Yesterday a near accident had woken me to
The fact that I was sinking in apathy and
Had forgotten to live my life.

The almost accident repeated itself during
The night as to not let me forget how
Precious life can be.

This day is sharper focused than the day
Before, the God Sun warms my face and
The mild breeze caresses me.