the spare key

i have a spare

key

in the magnet box in the window

well

outside the house.

a spare tire

in the trunk.

a spare pair of shoes.

black and brown,

and ones i try to jump

in.

i have a spare toothbrush

on the sink.

a spare

knife in the drawer.

canned goods

in case we  go to war.

i have a back up plan

for almost everything.

even you

i'm prepared for.