Two packages in transit since Monday
One headed here from you to us
The other headed there from us to you
Both expected for Thursday delivery
It just happened that way by chance
Creating a pleasing logistics symmetry
You sending needed medication
Us sending a thankyou for everything
A long sleeve cotton flannel shirt
In a plaid pattern I hope you like
With snap closures instead of buttons
To make your life a little easier
Put on the shirt and feel us with you
Wrapped around you in a warm embrace
There in the cold winter months
Tending to your weekly chores at our house
As if it were not enough to water the plants
Now numbering forty or more
This year sorting through mail for four people
Scanning to email everything important
You make it possible for us to be here
Enjoying warm weather in our second home
Living the easy life unlike what you face
Dealing with cancer and other medical issues
And yet you gladly take it on
Seemingly welcoming the extra tasks
Grateful for the opportunity to help us
Asking for nothing in return
