small things

there was a time
when a good haircut
and shine of your best
shoes made your day.
now you cut your own
hair, and haven't shined a
pair of shoes
since the last funeral
you attended four
years ago.
so you find other small
things to make
you happy.
coffee for one,
the New York Times
on sunday.
a call from a friend who
is packing a suitcase,
soon to be on her way.