i can still see my shoes

we worry

about our weight. pinching

our bellies

after a meal.

standing sideways

in the hall mirror.

our shirt has popped

a button,

and the pants are split

down the middle,

but we can still see

our shoes

and tie them when need be.

so that's good. but

maybe it's time

to put the donut down

and say hello

to lettuce,  retire

the idea of constant

snacking and three meals.