Traffic in Our Minds

Donna Cavanagh
Sometimes traveling at a snail's pace
We long to accelerate and find the open lane
Weaving in and out of traffic; seeking the best path
Escaping the emotional tie ups that snarl our brain

It only takes one creative thought
To release the crowding that occupies our mind
One new idea; one incredible "a-ha!" moment
Inspires us to leave the pack behind

We exhale with relief at the open road
Potential promise we can see up ahead
Places to explore; we know a new sense of freedom
We are no longer victims trapped in feelings of dread

The mental traffic jams will come and go
But an open mind shows us we can be free
We can leave behind those who choose to linger in fear
And our heart will lead us toward our own destiny

Published by Donna Cavanagh

I like to make people laugh. My newest humor book "Reality: Fantasy's Evil Twin" is now available on Amazon. My other humor book "Life on the Off Ramp" and my poetry book "Poems for a Positive Day II" were...  View profile

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  • Patricia A. Ziegler7/28/2010

    I never made the connection between brain clog and a traffic jam. But it makes perfect sense to me now!

  • Michelle Caton7/28/2010

    Great comparisons between traffic and our minds.

  • Sheryl Young7/28/2010

    Head for the open road!

  • Debbie Gavazzi7/27/2010

    Well-written.

  • Fran Brockmyre7/27/2010

    So true.

  • Mike Powers7/27/2010

    Very inspiring... thanks!

  • Deb Martin-Webster7/27/2010

    There are times in life when we all need to slow down, pull over and ask for directions, mentally. Well done Donna!

  • TRESA PATTERSON7/27/2010

    we all need that time at the side of the road for a breath at times! :)

  • Jenny Heart7/27/2010

    Very uplifting!

  • David A. Reinstein, LCSW7/27/2010

    Sometimes, I have to pull into the slow lane or even just stop on the shoulder for a few minutes!

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