The Play

The Play

I see myself

Being born

My first smile

My first broken tooth

Which I buried in the backyard

Hoping it would grow back

To my wonder and joy

It did !

The happiness continued…

Winning a game

Parading for the school,

And the country.

Standing first, accomplishing lots !

Saving for and buying

All those trendy things

Worrying about my first date

Learning along the way !

I walked, swam, jumped

Left behind my jeunesse

Adulthood wasn’t easy

Kids grew up

Left the nest

I staggered

My sight grew dim

My ears heard feebly

Then he came into my life

I held the tiny form in my arms…

And lo behold !

My eyes suddenly took in the little dimple,

Two, black trusting eyes and

The carefree gurgling grin

I could hear him loud and clear !!!

I wasn’t dying

I could see myself reborn

As my joy soared

Lifting me sky high

I bid adieu to the world !