I’ll take the call you don’t want to take; go breathe in the bedroom for a moment.

Your stapler jammed and you swore — I know that exact swear and I love you anyway.

Put your head on my shoulder for five minutes and no one will bother you.

You look like you slept badly; I folded your pajamas and warmed them.

I heard the voicemail and I hate that voice; I’ve got you.

Drop your bag at the door and leave the rest to me tonight.

You said you were running late; I saved you the comfiest chair.

I don’t need to fix today, I just want to sit with you through it.

Bring the chipped mug and I’ll make you a new cup, no questions.

I’ll put the kids to bed early so you can fall apart on the couch.

You can be grumpy and I’ll still kiss the corner of your mouth.

I remember your laugh between the grumbles; let me remind you in person.

Your inbox piled up and you looked small; I cleared three emails for you.

Say the word and I’ll drive us to the bakery at midnight.

Your shoelace broke on the porch; I tied the other one so you don’t have to.

I left a note on the mirror: you handled more than you think today.

If you want to be alone, lock the office door and I’ll check in in twenty.

I saw your dented lunchbox and remembered you laughed about it — I love that laugh.

I made a playlist of songs you hum when you’re stubborn; I’ll play it low.

I don’t need reasons, I need you; tell me what you want right now.

Your favorite sweater smells like smoke from the grill, I put it in the wash.

Tell me the worst line from your day and I’ll take it.

You forgot to charge your phone, I left my charger on the bedside table.

I can cook and we’ll eat on paper plates if it makes tonight easier.

Your keys are on the bookshelf again; I put them by the door.

The kitchen light bulb blew, I’ll bring a spare and fix it when I get there.

I’d cancel everything if it helped even a little; tell me one thing I can do.

You’re allowed to be tired and short today, I still want you.

I saw your soggy grocery list on the counter and I’m coming home with the good tea.

I’m thinking of your tired face after today; come here and rest against me.

Your sandwich was stolen, that’s petty — I’ll bring you the best replacement I can find.

You sounded like you were carrying too much; offload it to me for a bit.

The subway delay was ridiculous; if you’re still out I’ll come get you.

You’re allowed to be quiet after this day, I’ll sit beside you and keep the lights low.

I don’t like that you had to deal with that, I’ll make dinner and listen to you rant.

Your umbrella broke exactly when it shouldn’t have, I’ve bought a sturdier one for you.

You seemed on edge in that meeting; tell me one tiny victory and I’ll celebrate it.

You’re allowed to be cross with today, I’ll be mildly annoying until you smile.

Your scarf got stuck in the door; I’ll bring scissors and a foot massage.

You sounded disappointed; that matters and I’m here to help unpack it.