new computer in my lap
and I notice I first must
empty out a closet
the mental one that holds
all the ways and methods and
tricks used to run the old laptop
technology already fills my
leisurely drawers spare boxes
and empty corners of my mind
cellphones iPad Kindle Google
Nests smart locks and lights
kitchen devices new sound bar
and oh that Christmas coffee cup
that keeps the java at a precisely
programmed temperature
my brain has no more space
for digital gifts with
USB ports or passwords
what I could use is a new
hedge trimmer or pickleball
paddle or T-shirt to wear with it
but please nothing that lights up
at night or plays music while I’m
cursing chest deep
in a bougainvillea
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