At peace

There is nothing better than watching you sleep. I could watch you do it forever.

You are comfortably surrounded by waffle duvet and crinkled sheets, with your arms stretched out as wide as possible to enjoy every inch of the bed you sometimes find yourself in in the early hours of the morning.

Your moon shaped eyelids are highlighted by your long curved eyelashes and your lips closed. Sometimes you smile and that’s one of the best parts. I wonder what your little mind is dreaming about. Whether it is something we did the day before, a hug I gave you or whether you are meeting a character in one of your favourite books.

Your nostrils move ever so slightly as you breathe softly and slowly. When you move your little head you let out a deep breath before making your new position as comfortable as the last. You are relaxed and peaceful. It’s a beautiful sight.

I know that in these moments you are happy. There is no upset, no frustration, no angst. There is no falling over, hurting yourself or wanting to tell me things you can’t. All there is is peace, for you and for me.