Pillow

 If you could do one thing every day for the rest of your life, what would it be, and why?

"I can wake up next to you every day."

I see the smile on her face and the sparkle in her eye before I roll over and get out of bed, a grin on my face.

I have a lot of housecleaning to do this morning, so there is no opportunity to talk, but I don't feel lonely. Walking down the hall, I pass by a picture of her.

My friend from college is visiting today, and I'm sure he'll be excited to see her. I had to make sure everything was in place and presentable.

He arrived shortly after noon, and I showed her off.

"Wow, the limited edition Asumi body pillow! I'm super jealous. You have all of her merch. She is definitely best waifu."

Yes. The best.

(written 2021 February 7)