Monday’s already trying
To pull me into its depths
With whispers of my todo list
Emails, schedules, orders to place
But my heart is too full right now
Stressful thoughts it will not allow
Time spent with family last week
And a close friend over the weekend
Laughter, conversations, fun
Have me feeling very thankful
Memories swirl gently around me
Like floating butterflies
There’s my nine year old niece
With her beautiful joy filled eyes
The love of my brother and his
Wonderful wife created this child
That is such a blessing
Laughing, playing, reminding me
There is nothing quite like family
The memories continue to flutter
Like butterfly wings
As the scene changes and
There is my dear friend Patti
Surprising me out of the blue
Saying they’ll be in Galveston
So to the coast I drove
Laughter, pool games, pinball
Classic rock and lots of talks
Yes, after a week filled with family
And a weekend with dear friends
My heart is full
My mind is light and Monday
Doesn’t stand a chance
E.A. Fussell
08.23.2020
E. A. Fussell 