An Ode to Flat Tires

 Flat Tires

Flat tires, flat tires, oh how I love thee

One on the bike, one on the motorcycle, and two on the car, for twice the wheels

Not one place left untouched

You spread your effervescent joy to every corner of my life

Not even my shoes are left untouched

Scuffs on my ankles and shins show that well enough

For three weeks I walked everywhere

Not even my skateboard seemed safe, even though the tires were thick, solid, rubber

You somehow managed to achieve the same effect

My bearings needed to be oiled, and I had none left

Unfortunately, I feel we may soon depart

As came a new tube for the motorcycle, so shall come one for the bike

And newer car tires (that hold air for more than a week) are around the corner, waiting

Farewell, old friend, farewell

I hope I see you never again

- Schrodingers Katze

(Since writing (September 2023), I've acquired another vehicle, and currently have 4 "flat" tires between the two. One tire is fully flat, and the other three are "usable" with a little help every couple of days. The bike lays unchanged, the motorcycle is fixed, and the final four on the cars will be done by the end of the week. Still need the ball bearings oiled on the skateboard.)