On a blanket in the yard
She surrounded herself with kittens and baby ducks
Those who were soft and loving
Without a price.
Holding them close
Watching them play she let herself love them.
Summer caressed her with its sun
And gentle wind.
The others were at work
 Were away from her
She could embrace the time
Store up gentle heat 
Enjoy the smell of kittens
Hold the fuzzy ducklings
Listen to their peeping 
Sleepy sounds.
Collect the building blocks for dreams.