Monkeyrium-Blessings

His monkey-fascination made him own a “monkeyrium” There, monkeys and cousin apes in their gladdening crusade freely reign Unlike the sea creatures in the imprisoning aquarium The funny troops have liberty in their haven’s domain. Those monkeys, midst animated cartoon characters, are my son’s delight Their cheerful quirks, especially that of Chimpanzee Charlie, won his heart How they perk him up with their mirth-oozing sight Along their varied careening turns and twists of witty art. Caring monkeys caught first his curiosity in the creation story Then they amused him as musicians in Noah’s floating zoo Now, their charm’s presence is felt in my son’s territory As they showcase their loving ways like humans do. Yes, the monkeys are pulling my son’s faith-string of glad disposition Pushing him to stride during his therapy sessions midst his disability Prodding his spirit to get up with glee for his prayer position Prompting him to sing… even amidst obvious difficulty. My special child’s “monkeyrium” is his wondrous paradise With monkey-ape-stuffed toys he plays with, and can dearly hold Thru them, I thank and praise the Lord Who’s good and so wise* For granting my blessed boy great privileges he can enjoy and behold! *Jude 1:25 To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen. First posted on May 21, 2018 Edited on November 26 incorporating the following words: Charlie, Cartoon, Characters, Curiosity, Careening And Crusade 2nd place, "Charlie's Cartoon Characters Curiously Careen And Crusade Poetry Contest" Sponsored by Caren Krutsinger; judged on December 16, 2018.