Lighten Up!

Remember that the automatic door 

to the department store opens before 

you,  polite as a doorman at the Ritz.

Remember, when you descend the escalator

at the airport, to stand up straight for god’s sake!

Don’t you dare think you’re so small you might slide 

through the slit between the stair and the floor.

By the way, those pockets stuffed with grievances

weigh you down. So does your shortsighted frown.

Listen to me.  Laughter sets you free.