Patricia Bailey

I’m Happy When

I’m happy when the morning sunlight peeks into my bedroom window calling me to wake up

I’m happy when fresh brewed coffee rouses my nose to its scent

I’m happy when hummingbirds and monarchs visit my garden

I’m happy when friends leave phone greetings in voice

I’m happy when a monthly bill shows a credit

I’m happy when filling my car at the gas pump and it finishes on a perfect number

I’m happy when my dreams are visits from an ancestor whose eyes meet mine

I’m happy when babies give me a smile

I’m happy when my seeds germinate effortlessly choosing life

I’m happy when songs deliver memories from long ago

I’m happy when in a hurry parking spots appear

I’m happy when the separated sock finds its mate

I’m happy when birds visit my window and linger

I’m happy when the tide is low on a sunny day

I’m happy when a hand written note finds my mailbox

I’m happy when store bought flowers last for weeks

I’m happy when the nightly news is void of trouble

I’m happy when sleeping spoon style with my husband

I’m happy when anyone tells me – I love you.