day 3: a charm against losing the lid when the pot is boiling over

Eyes and ears and brains for thinking,
Keep this heavy heart from sinking.
Give my tongue sharp-moistened wit,
to keep from chomping at the bit.
Give me wine's joy when day is done,
And light when new day has begun.

Don't let me stumble, trip, and fall--
Keep me smart, whence comes the call.

-Dana Winter