How

I do four things in sequence

1. I put down my book
2. I turn on the source of my music
3. I switch on the kettle
4. I stand, wait, and ruminate

The first is a natural pause

The second is inspired by the first

Three naturally follows on from two

Four is a regular following occurrence

I do four more things in sequence

1. I end my contemplation
2. I brew my coffee
3. I choose the music
4. I pick up my book and read

The first you can imagine for yourself

The second was waiting for one to pour out

The third simply had to happen

Otherwise how else could four have occurred

————————————————————————-

And how could one arrive at a new place

Which feels completely familiar

Trying Not To Try

Edward Slingerland