Jammies

There are times, as a parent,
that I need to
let go of reason and
just be okay
with things like

putting you to bed

with jam

on your face.

Because you are tired
beyond reason
and absolutely
adamant
that I not
wipe you clean.

What's the worst
that could happen?
A purple stain left
on your pillow case?

I think we'll all survive.

Besides,
I too am tired
and would rather not fight
before bed.