a fresh start

I start with a plant
in the window.

green, healthy. new. just
bought
and carried in
from a grocery store.

I give life a shot.

it's a new beginning
having been
kid free,
pet free
wife free,
girlfriend free
for a while now.

maybe a living breathing
thing
in the house will
reboot

the system. build trust.
something I can care about
and be responsible for.

i'm rusty at that.

I give it a sweet talk.
welcome home
I say.

well, your new home. I turn
it towards the sun
and give it a drink.

she's quiet and green.
she looks hopeful in her
little red pot.

it's a good start.