First Recital

Cherubic face focused intently on her task Nervous tongue flicking across dry lips Her tiny hands leaping across the keys While her feet dangled above the pedals. Her tulle-faced dress meticulously sewn Bright patent leather-strapped shiny sandals Pink socks with white lace carefully folded over Long blonde braids secured with small satin bows. The ornamental piece was flawlessly performed Obligatory bow taken, quickly she dashed away Embarrassed, it seemed, to have the attention My six-year-old granddaughter’s first recital.