In the drowsy bee-time after lunch, three of us dozing under the slow fan: you, in my lap, and you, in the basket - and my love spread over both like a gossamer blanket, tucking you around with soft breaths and the ease of honeyed dreams.
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Household parade
Like floats in the holding area, cats sprawl on hardwood, tails flicking. Woman puts her feet on the floor, pushes out of bed, starts to the hallway, rubbing her tousled head. Cats leap into formation, trotting behind, long tails waving, proud victorious flags.