Another phrase that means the opposite
of what we all agree is common speech.
You tell me “boring” is appropriate
as synonym – exactly as we teach
our kids, but now consider otherwise:
the “ho” is yawning to inhale more air
and “hum” is how we best can exercise
our vocal chords. But more than these, this pair
of syllables requires looser jaw
and laxer mouth – you cannot clench or purse
a yawn, or snap a hum – that’s just a law
of physiology. No bitter curse
can issue thus. Repeat that neat refrain
to manage stress and soften aging pain.