Loner's First Wish

I weaved us together by day In my lonely room, marveled At your features, your Pa's sole present, Memorized the curve of tulips, Unraveled your bold walk Having accepted the unfamiliar, I kept watch For proof of our union. Today I exhale as I view Your perfect face, straight Unpretentious; your sharpness Moves me--that fingerprint Only a parent can read. I ease now beside you, grateful And patient, to dip us, With even breath In time's clear ink. * (Inspired by: Alison Kolodinsky's "Adoption"