Sitting in the darkness, deep into evening,

Across the hall my kids are asleep, steady breathing, quiet, peaceful,

Humidifier gently churns, moist air for tender airways,

Dishwasher rumbles on in the kitchen to the front of the house,

Good day, to rough, bumpy end, too late again, they’re still young,

More regiment needed, not wanted, so little time, not enough time,

Cherish the time, need to make more of it last, longer, linger, love,

LOVE, is the way, cherish the night sounds,

Sounds I love.