any old ear

distracted,
you put the milk
into cupboard,
your hat
in the ice box.
you lock
the cat into
the closet
and let your
dog run free.
this is what
love
will do to you,
if you allow
it to happen.
so be careful
out there
with your kisses.
be cautious
with
those sweet
nothings. don't
be whispering into
any old ear.