Lifeline Poetry Challenge-Prompt 12

Sweet Siesta

Little Rewards

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An early afternoon stretch, the little one rubs his eyes
Arms wrapped around me, latching on, a sleepy hug
I gently lay him down for a nap; he yawns, I copy-cat
Yawning is contagious; I follow suit, joining the babe-
Siesta time
One hour, give or take, a gentle retreat from the world
Mid-day dream time, refreshing mind, body, and…