i check things

that have been checked

two or three times

already

sometimes

just moments before

zipping up my bag

just moments before

boarding my flight

and unzipping it

to check once more

that my laptop is there

or the front door at night

turning the knob

and pulling

to make sure

the bolt is latched

before bed

or opening and closing

my wallet

counting cards and ID

putting it in my pocket

then taking it back out

to open

and check again

opening the alarm app

on my phone

to ensure the alarm is set

for my early shift tomorrow

checking my schedule

over and over

to confirm the flight

is this week not next