Soon the Bell Will Ring

Soon the bell will ring. Asleep, your warmth is still the same An echo of strength still resides in your arms, Wrapped around me they Instinctively protect me, ‘though later they’ll hold for a steady hand. Lying here reminds me, of when I’d scurry to lay and listen to your sturdy voice bring alive Dreamland. You’d bush my still wet hair, tickle me to bed, scare away monsters, and kiss my cheek all in one sweep. In half an hour, when the bell rings, You’ll roll away as my day begins, And I’ll lay out your shoes, socks, Clean underwear, and gown. The next appointment is in half an hour, And after that I’ll lay you down. Time is running out, I feel the urgency.