On Looking Back

It's that heavy-soft feeling of
looking back,
happy and contented with the ways
you've loved,
the heart you've given over and
over again.

It's falling asleep at
night, thinking
nothing in particular, but happy
nonetheless
with your diligence to God
and duty.

It those easy-wake mornings,
wanting
to make your bed just
because clean
is something you enjoy,
and you don't mind
doing.