Doldrums

noun

°A part of the ocean near the equator, abounding in calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds, which sometimes prevent all progress for weeks; -- so called by sailors.

°the state of boredom, malaise, apathy or lack of interest; a state of listlessness ennui, or tedium.

(according to Ninjawords.com)

Doldrums ensnare and control via the disguise of calmness.

There is nothing that makes a lasting splash or a gusty wind.

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Sitting in the afternoon of a hot humid day, afraid to lose energy through moving muscle of glass to mouth.

Was the second grade teacher right? – Does it take more energy to fan yourself than reeling the effects of the fan?

The birds handle their business at dawn, the mosquitoes at dusk, various rodents at night  - why on this earth do we scuttle about during the peak of day to pick up kids and trim lawns and cook in the kitchen…?

The economy even coasts at a pace reminiscent of the decay of french fried potatoes.

Are we lost at sea, devoid of meaning, recluse of wonder... waiting.... for what?

As we head into another political season - someone cast a vision that has teeth and grit, someone rock the boat and make waves of beneficial balance, rather than detrimental fracture.