You fall asleep beside me
that trick you do
the book stays open
your elbow holding your body up
who knows how long you’ve been away
I only notice because it’s been ages
since you turned the page
but now’s my chance
I love these moments
so rare
when I get to look at you this way
slowly
quietly
not to examine you
just to settle into the recognition
of my remarkable good luck.
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