On Target

Take a shot, oops, missed the target.

So I stare at an unblinking bullseye waiting for it to blink.

Waste of time?

Perhaps.

But at least now I can see the target for what it is.

Attainable.

Refocus.

Breathe.

Relax.

Aim.

Squeeze.

Closer but not quite on the mark.

O.K.

Now the bullseye appears to be winking.

O.K. this is getting weird now.

Breathe.

Focus.

Look into the bullseye and what do I see?

Reflection.

Time to refocus again.

Adjust sights, consider the variable factors.

Prepare.

O.K.

Breathe.

Relax.

Aim.

Squeeze.

Bullseye!

Right on the mark.

Perfect shot.

Finished?

Hell No!

New target in sight.

Might have to readjust again but now I know how.

Breathe.

Relax.

Aim.

Squeeze.

(Dedicated to the last group in 2005.)