Ode to the Boston Red Sox

I actually wrote this poem late last summer, shortly after I was laid off from my job in July, 2010.  The Red Sox are now catching some heat.  It is not fair, really.  They are better than that.  But here is some poetry that I offer as my take on "stumbling": 

Balance

For a moment there I stumbled, lost my balance.
Yes, I fell. It happens, at my age and circumstance.
While laying on the floor the only thing on my mind
was that this doesn't seem right.
I used to walk upright, head held high,
shoulders back.
I used to have the self-confidence to stand tall.
Used to...but lately...
I momentarily lost my balance.
I can pull myself up
And get back on my feet.

D.