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Statistically Irritated

Statistically Irritated

A Poem by Joshua McNay
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I am so obsessed with a number its driving me insane!

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I’m kind of annoyed today
This damn point eight percent is standing in my way
A fraction of a percent is holding me back
I keep looking and checking, I’m getting off track
I’m losing sight of my priorities
Why does this arbitrary number affect me?
I should be satisfied, with the writing alone
This number reveals a side I’ve rarely shown
It’s a side I frankly try and hide away
But it’s been rediscovered today
A side that is so fiercely focused on accolades
A burning desire that rarely fades
It is the driving force behind my creativity
Then why do I hide it away?
Why do I not embrace that side, channel it?
When I use it often what I write is a hit
While my works don’t garner critical fame
I still love to write them just the same
So why then am I haunted by a number?
I feel I need to stop and try to remember
The main reason I write and share this
Even if it isn’t popular and considered a miss
It lets me express feelings, I have no other way of expressing
It’s like you all are my church, and I’m here confessing
The sins I hold within my mind
Hoping you will comfort me and tell me it’s fine
Help me cope with my self-induced lament
All over this insignificant point eight percent.

© 2015 Joshua McNay


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Joshua McNay
I look forward to hearing your thoughts and opinions. Review if you like.

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I think this poem really expresses your frustration. It rhymes but it's in one long verse which appropriately represents what you are feeling. Its as if you're venting and I can really hear you. Good job!

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joshua McNay

8 Years Ago

Thank you. I was venting and it felt pretty good to let it out. Thanks for reading.

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Joshua McNay
Joshua McNay

Grand Junction, CO



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