your arm

has fallen asleep
beneath her.
but you don't
move, because
she might awaken
and see
the clock
upon the dresser.
she might see
how late it is
and want to
leave. so you
stay still,
it's better
this way, to
keep her in
the dark,
unknowing
of the time
and many things.
and by being
still and quiet
this way,
she stays.