Before the crystal screen sometimes
I linger far too long
Maybe find a seed to sow
Or reminder of a song

Something prompts a laugh out loud
The mood is lifted high
Next may come a downer
That's ok
There is serenity in melancholy
Brings balance to the day

The rounds are taking far too long
An hour later I'm still there
Dusty's waiting for his walk
As the wood stove breathes in air