The Battle

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Like a knight going to battle,
Each piece to protect me from the enemy,
Each piece to equip me for the fight.

Teeth in.
Hearing aids in.
Glasses on.
Bandage on knee.
Mask on.

I am ready for my day.

I am ready for life.
Photo by Artur Tumasjan on Unsplash

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