Henry At the Wheel

The carnival had rides galore – A Ferris wheel, a carousel And some that spun around real fast While flying in the air, as well. For little kids, there were the cars That circled ‘round upon a track. When I saw Henry at the wheel, I sure was taken quite aback. He’s 20 months and wants to be In charge of all if he’s allowed. Why, eating yogurt by himself (With his own spoon!) sure made him proud. His parents took him to the fair And sat him with a little friend Inside a race car where they both Indulged and steered and played pretend. A second ride was by himself And that’s when I came strolling by, Surprised and thrilled and nervous And emotions which I might deny. They grow up oh, so fast! I never Realized all the ways I’d feel When gazing at my grandson, Not a baby now, behind the wheel.