Search For Meaning

Most recently, I've searched for meaning
and I'll admit it: I'm a slouch.
Imagine though, my weekly cleaning,
and I find meaning in the couch!
Next to a few forgotten quarters,
receipts from ancient take-out orders,
a candy wrapper, I think Mars,
and free-drink coupons from some bars.
Well, that’s accomplished; what’s for dinner?
I’m full of purpose and resolve,
doubts melt, evaporate, dissolve,
and can it be? I’m feeling thinner.
Just a quick search, that’s all it took.
Now off to write my self-help book.

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Most recently, I've searched for meaning
and I'll admit it: I'm a slouch.
Imagine though, my weekly cleaning,
and I find meaning in the couch!
Next to a few forgotten quarters,
well wishes from past due supporters,
a candy wrapper, I think Mars,
and free-drink coupons from some bars.
Will my life change, now that I've found it?
A bit unclear, at least for now.
I know the what, but what's the how?
There may not be a way around it...
will I just have to put it back?
I wonder what there is to snack.

Author notes: WC 97