All Before 6 am

On an ordinary day

The cats are banging at the door

I can’t sleep anymore

I let the dog out

break up a fight

cat after dog

What is his plight?

Ah, an empty food bowl to fill

and the dog needs a pill

Paper towels on the floor

So, I implore

To cover a hairball, I’m informed

Lingering cough I hear

my worries turn to fear

I care. I absorb

A mother to all

I will not fall

I hold my breath

everyone is out the door

Soon I can exhale

Coffee is now cold

It’s time for the next part of my day to unfold

This is all a gift by the way

I am thankful for this every day