Silly Goose

Remember those mornings in the dark?
When you would whisper "hey" with a grin,
bounce the bed
and kiss me goodbye once you saw my eyes.

Remember those nights with your backpack?
When you would gallop down the stairs,
glance at the TV with awe
and pick my feet off the floor for a hug.

Remember those drives in the Olds?
When we would talk about random,
sometimes heated topics,
and you would listen so carefully.

Remember those scandalous urges?
When you would just give me that look,
with a daring touch
and all the noises around silenced.

Remember those games of the past?
When you would thrill on a quiet night,
with a little competition
and you'd have to keep score to be precise.

Remember those songs we would share?
When you would ask for a title,
tell me I should download it
and instantly it'd be on repeat through the night.

Remember hiding those blue lights?
When you would find only light distracting,
not the fan in winter,
or even the continuous airwaves from the speakers.

Remember those sheets I would steal?
When you would shiver in the morning,
ask for more blanket
and nuzzle your nose against the back of my neck.

Remember that storm in the Dells?
When I feared the trash can,
you braved the roads
and we left before getting stuck in Wisconsin.

Remember those showers together?
When you would kiss me when I rinsed,
turn off the light
and peak back in with a smile.

Remember those chases in the hall?
When you would lead the way,
tickle me if I got close
and jump in the bed to wrestle and laugh.

Remember those midnight treats?
When you would serve me,
tease me with the plate
and get in to bed with a sigh of satisfaction.

Remember those "I love yous"?
When you would get my attention,
just look at me,
and smile to say "I love you."