By paying attention
to what I notice today
I become more observant.

The sparkle of the drops of water
splashing from the shower head.
The echo
of my early morning
cough.
The pressure of my hands
as they massaged the shampoo
onto my scalp.
The shampoo’s fragrance.
The broken pieces
of old bath toys
strewn around the tub.

It’s just another Monday
that will be completely different
by paying attention
to what I notice today