Anniversary

 
Why do they draw
back the bed clothes?
seems a waste to me
We are not in such a hurry
in any case not tired,
count the tea bags
plastic milk and coffee
turn up the heating
hang the coats and dresses,
draw the curtains, shut the window,
necklace, watch and wallet
on the bed-side cabinet
alone at last, the door tight shut
weekend away. away from what?
The ritual just the same,
could do it just as well at home
but let's pretend again.
What time is dinner?
did they say at eight?
there's time and plenty
do not disturb hangs on the door
leave on the light I need to see,
you are so very pretty.