On Falls

Dumb stuff, often around the house.
Or in winter.
Not to be taken lightly.
Often leading to a long time off from work or the usual.
Time in hospital and convalescence.
And, too often, the very thing that takes out an elderly person.
One cannot be too careful when it comes to bathtubs, stairs, and rugs.
Or even mere balance in rising, sitting, standing and walking.
Yeah, sad and tragic to be taken out by an unnecessary, unexpected fall.