Permission

He laid his tired head

Resting in my lap

Work done

Icy snow return home

Rest now

Let me touch your cheek

Peace

She leaned into me

A teenager's cuddle

Defiance and rebellion rest

Attitude surrenders, just a bit

Okay to need

Let the child remain

Acquiesce

My four legged love

Finally, all players return

To the game board

Shepherd, your flock is safe

Job done

Let me stroke your fur

Reprieve