Hidden in Plain Sight

The scent of lilies, 

white, subtle, unfurling

The chance to revive 

childhood memories

‘Cuckoo, Cuckoo’

A pot furiously bubbling

on the stove

The long stem of 

a crystal glass swirling with 

warmth, laughter, passion

Bergamot scented 

clean, crisp washing

Cool and smooth

white sheets

Reclining on a rope swing

with a small body tucked

close to mine

The flapping of artwork

whenever the

cold door opens

Two superheroes

receding into the distance to

save the day

Happiness can be found

anywhere

everywhere

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