Sneaking back 
like cat
seeking affection 
my kisses
purr tease
morning awake 
after laughter
then coffee 
we throw 
open day
you skitter
I chase 
kitten to 
teasing string

I’m cloudy
though sky
is clear 
wits stolen
by sleep 
dreams linger 
like last 
evening’s supper 
still rumbling 
words come 
with difficulty 
like twisted 
shirts fresh
from washers 
maybe coffee 
yes coffee 
will wipe
nights grime
from eyes