I have walked this street too long
My legs hurt and my chest rattles
As I light another smoke 
To fuel my endless march
Sneaky slow-motion suicide
(note the sibilance of the wheezing lungs)

I have to stop for a while
But though my body fades and fails
My manic mind remains restless
Merciless and remorseless
Pushing punching and prodding
And defiant unto the coffin
Get the lid down quick, boys

                                         By Phil Roberts

phil-roberts

RESTLESS SMOKE

Jun 5, 2026

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VaporSaint

I've been there, but finally quit, thank God. Great poem.

joel-m-frye

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZ7Ev5SN--8

Don't know if you've heard this one, Phil...I think it might appeal to you.

oldpoetMK

Real good one Phil...I don't know why this particular subject matter makes me smile...but the way you lay it down..it just does. I thank you for the charm in your perspective
"Get the lid down quick boys"...

Please.. Set it down quickly.. The Universe in the Sarcophagus  Awaits the Mind of those Who See .. Best Enjoy that without PallBearers who works to climb the ranks of Stoll Pigeon in the Undertakers House