i was born in a bathtub,
and i don't have the
distinct privilege
to claim that i ever really
got out.

my life has remained,
essentially,
warm.

i have floated atop innumerable luxuries and opportunities
which i do not have the
distinct privilege
to say anyone
ever
pulled the stopper on.

i will ***** and moan,
on the wrong day,
about a downward spiral feeling,
but it's utter *******
and i don't have the
distinct privilege
to say that i don't know it.

the tub is full.
it's warm.
not even too hot,
and there are even ******* scented bubbles sometimes.

i don't have the distinct
privilege
to say that i've overcome
much more than
slight fluctuations in temperature.

never let me tell you otherwise.
i will try.