more salt

it needs more salt,
you say, leaning over the bubble
of sauce.
tell me what you think.
you hold the spoon
out for her to taste.
less, she says.
too much salt.
more pepper though,
and a shake
of all spice, or
oregano.
no, you say. I think it's
fine.
turning a light
sprinkle of salt into
the mix.
she shakes her head and says
okay, have it your way,
then goes into the other room
to read.
it's the beginning
of meals to come.