Goodnight

The slow whirl of the fan keeps our room at perfect cuddling temperature. 

I adjust my worn out pillow 

as our toddler stays curled between us like a sleepy kitten. 

She stretches one arm out, 

making sure to touch me at all times. 

I reach my leg across the sheets 

to where my husband lays, 

and our toes kiss, 

as if to say "I love you." 

He falls asleep before I do, as always. 

I say my prayers in silence 

and give one last kiss to the baby 

before emy eyes fall heavy and shut. 

I can feel sleep slowly crawl over me 

as I will her along. 

My mind digs deeper into wander, 

and soon I, too, am dreaming.