Falling into bed on Friday,

I marvel at the changes the years have made.

I’ve always loved early bedtimes, but now,

Snuggling in the warmth of the bed,

with my kittens and kiddos around me,

it’s hard to concentrate.

My youngest plays his games while I read,

but listening to him talk

proves hard to ignore.

Minecraft is beyond me,

but clearly appeals to them,

as they feed a pixelated cat

while shooing away the one who wants to lay on them.

I give up entirely,

and learn so much

about the care and feeding of computer pets,

holding back a laugh at the serious discussion

which ensues when his cat escaped.

Friday nights may not

have the excitement they did twenty years ago,

but I wouldn’t trade them for the world.