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Missed It By this Much
What is a deadline,
but an imaginary construct
devised by aristocracy.
to keep the peasants busy.
Personally I enjoy them.
I thrill at the pressure
of cutting them fine.
So much so
that I do it all the time.
Just for fun I’ll miss one.
Maybe intentionally stumble
and let it pass
Or procrastinate on purpose,
and hang back awhile
Just to show I’m humble…
like the rank and file.
But I do it with style
and Cheshire Cat smile
So, I did some etymology
On it’s sobering origin
Now, I think I’ll stay
as far away from that line.
Get that project
In on time.
Stop capriciously
testing fate
by taking too much pleasure
In turning stuff in late.
but an imaginary construct
devised by aristocracy.
to keep the peasants busy.
Personally I enjoy them.
I thrill at the pressure
of cutting them fine.
So much so
that I do it all the time.
Just for fun I’ll miss one.
Maybe intentionally stumble
and let it pass
Or procrastinate on purpose,
and hang back awhile
Just to show I’m humble…
like the rank and file.
But I do it with style
and Cheshire Cat smile
So, I did some etymology
On it’s sobering origin
Now, I think I’ll stay
as far away from that line.
Get that project
In on time.
Stop capriciously
testing fate
by taking too much pleasure
In turning stuff in late.
Published 21st Apr 2024
Author's Note
NaPo2024 #20
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21st Apr 2024 10:50pm
Simply brilliant, my friend! It reminded me of when I worked in an office. Love this!
22nd Apr 2024 3:02am
Thank you so much, Faith❣i have spent 25 years in the legal industry and all about irrational deadlines. I am super you enjoy this piece...it was a lot of fun to write.
22nd Apr 2024 9:21am
5th Jul 2024 10:58pm
23rd Jul 2024 1:31am
Amen, Princess! Unfortunately my former employer didn't abide by my procrastination shenanigans.
