Little Progress

Rare moment of simple relaxation without doing anything at Seabright Beach.

Santa Cruz, California

(photo by Art Durand Photography)

Little Progress

2/6/11

At end of week or day

I'll take stock of efforts,

see if results boost morale

and placate my inner critic

who is perfectionist at heart,

often accused of lacking one

when discernment turns to judgment

wanting strict consistent performance

without much room for pleasure,

thinking there's always more to do

in many of life's territories,

which is true to great extent,

but balance must have it's way

taking time to rest, catch up

with spirit, all my parts

for recharging, then ... anticipate future

feeling into what I want to happen

from relaxed place that's enjoyable

with no need to perform right now,

instead dream of final completions

whose memories and legacy are possible

if I continue with strategic pace,

intention, and direction that produces,

pleases me, plus those I effect,

whether it's two forward, one step back,

a little progress is preferable to none.