Baby Steps

Baby steps Reaching hands Exploring anything new Learning what is pleasant, what is pain Nurturing a new baby doll Being smothered in puppy kisses Clinging to the chains of a soaring swing Frolicking at a family picnic A mother’s hands tucking me in at night Counting an ocean of stars with a grandfather Building a snowman with sisters Walking in a Spring rain with no umbrella Discovery of shyness at a boy’s secret smile New clothes that release the young woman in you High heels that raise your awareness of self That first kiss that sends unfamiliar tingles down your spine Your first car that enhances your freedom Body changes that move you toward womanhood College courses that sharpen your mind A new job that amplifies your confidence First love that envelopes your every thought First heartbreak that releases self doubt Exploring Life with guarded choices Marriage with insecurity at what is expected Childbirth with overwhelming love Being an inexperienced parent with uncertainty Being a single parent with intense trepidation Balancing a career with parenthood Questioning your life choices Running from life’s insecurities Seeking solace in any form Realistically looking in the mirror Finding contentment with who you are Rising again to a standing position Starting over late in life Baby steps Baby steps Baby steps….. JB Pearce 4-24-16