A Foot Lullaby

When Hal was little, his parents would rub his feet before he went to sleep. To this day, if someone is rubbing his footsies he’s bound to fall asleep, which ultimately means I get to give him foot massages any time I want. Don’t be jealous now. It has the same effect as someone rubbing my back or brushing my hair, which I occasionally can get Hal to do once he gets over the whole, “this is girly” stigma. Sometimes I even catch him rubbing his feet together while he’s sleeping, or rubbing mine. It’s funny how a simple gesture can give us so much contentment. Now if only I could contort my body so I could rub my own back while in a slumber. I’d be the most peaceful sleeper.