Malia's Lament

 

Ode to a stay at home mom

here I sit awaiting
peace and silence surrounds me
maybe too much quietness
i hear but the heartbeat of me
and Lily's, my dog
chores to keep me company
menu to plan
meals to cook,
floors to clean
and do not forget the laundry
good thing JR is doing the dishes
I am so happy when they come home
let the noise begin
the chatter, the bickerring,
we quarrel, we fight
we make up with hugs
all part of my family's dynamics

By Malia Kuuipo