yet another in a series

P= F/A (the pressure exerted on a surface of area is equal to the force perpendicular to the surface applied to it, divided by the area)

Over three years of easy atmosphere, a most
willing weight applied on each
inch of squared skin.

At sea level we breathe easy.
Now a threatening towards deeper immersion
old siren songs whispered and your
immunizations well past date. I understand
the impossibility of easy adjustment.

Wait here while I petition
Cousteau for an aqua-lung. The sea
is patient. The sky
is patient. This will not leave us.
Preparations prudent
always
before ardent excursions.