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How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways (with apologies to Elizabeth Barrett Browning)

Jun 10, 2020, 1:34 AM

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How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.

I love thee with the passion of a poet when I tell you, “We’re not going to fly to see the grandchildren until we’re both vaccinated.”

I love thee with the brain of a scientist when I buy you multiple N-95 masks even though others wear simple red bandanas.

I love thee with the heart of a mother, when I say, “Honey, don’t forget to wear your mask in public even if other go maskless.”

I love thee with the ears of a pulmonologist as I listen to your coughs or sneezes and then ask, “How are you feeling?”

I love thee from the heart of our bed as I listen to your snores and breathe a sigh of relief as your healthy lungs play music to my ears.

I love thee enough to always carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer as we venture into the wilderness.

I love thee enough to command, “Buddy that’s close enough!” if someone breaches your six foot circumference.

Now that I have counted the ways, you know, “I love thee with all the breath, smiles and tears of all my life.”

About the Author

About the Author Florida's Jewish short-story writer, speaker, film producer, and retired attorney. Mort is the co-editor of "Sea of Tranquility---A Literary Anthology." The book is scheduled to land on the Moon in July of 2026 as part of the Lunar Codex Project. The Earthbound editions are now on sale on Amazon. He has also authored "A Hebraic Obsession", "The Hanukkah Bunny," and "The Greatest Gift." Mort has produced an award-winning short film titled "The Stairs." The movie is available to view for free online. ChatGPT says, "Mort is known for his works that often explore themes of love, loss, and the human connection. Laitner has published several books, including “A Hebraic Obsession.” His writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and introspection. Laitner’s works have garnered praise for their heartfelt expression and keen insight into the human experience." Mort was the president of the South Florida Writers Association and a correspondent for the Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel Jewish Journal.

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