A bird chirps outside my window already knowing what I must take efforts to remember.

The alarm proclaims
Another dawn, come what may.
Choose the flow most true.

Sometimes just knowing a hug is out there can be enough.

Hopeful hugs in thought
Soothe still rumbling aches through days.
Seasons change, bonds hold.

Perfunctorily
bound mishaps occur in jest.
Find rest in winter.