going back

the keys
become a problem, where
they are,
to the house,
the car.
whether in pocket, or
set upon
a table,
which room?
or left to dangle
in the door, ajar.
is the iron off?
the door locked,
better
turn
around to make
sure.
the stove, what if
the burner
is on. it would be a shame
to burn it all down,
being so close.
we're only ten miles
away,
turn here.