Fridays

There’s nothing that I’d rather do
Than be with Henry,* just we two.
Of course, some moments might be tough
But still, I just can’t get enough.

To watch him figure out the world,
His sense of self become unfurled,
Is truly one of life’s great gifts;
My spirits soar and sorrow lifts.

And now a sister’s here, to boot,
Who’s smiley, sweet and oh-so-cute.
She watches every move we make,
Just waiting ‘til she can partake.

The day winds down, the baths complete,
The parents home, so we retreat.
We say goodbye and Henry cries;
A tiny part inside me dies.

*my 2 year old grandson
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Johnson Avatar
January 12, 2016 at 10:22 PM
Such joy!
Murray Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 7:38 PM
After reading Jan's latest Limerick, I didn't know what you were up to Ilene. The joys of grandmotherhood await me.
Mcleod Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 12:56 PM
Second line is catchy.
Merryman Avatar
January 8, 2016 at 9:38 PM
I know exactly what you mean, Ilene! It's such a pleasure to be a grandparent and be able to watch them learn new things. Sadly, mine will be leaving Sunday for their new home in El Paso, Texas - 18 hours away from us. I enjoyed your poem. Love, Kim
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