today

Today is a day for sleeping past 8

and for walking the dogs without having to hurry to get back.

Today is a day for folding fresh laundry

and emptying waste baskets.

Today is a day for eating warm cookies right out of the oven

and watching the rain fall down on the rhubarb.

Today is a day for quiet reflection

for sorting

and sewing

and even just sitting.

Today is a day of dance competition in the evening

of celebrating small people

and their beautiful artistry.

Today is a good day.