planning ahead

i look at my calendar.
the days circled happily in red.
vacation.
a well needed rest
to the ocean.
to the eastern shore.
I've got my bags packed.
my bathing suit
on.
the umbrella by the door,
sunscreen.
books to read on
the sunset side
of water.
she laughs at me and says.
three more weeks, or
four,
relax.
it'll be here before
you know it.