happy birthday

Need to sleep
The longer the lights are on
More likely the mosquitoes can come
I'm patient
But I'd rather be patient
With you in bed with me

Yawn
Lights out
Up off the couch
Slide into the covers with you
Cuddle up for warmth
Get back up and close the window
Happy birthday


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