My Darling Little Granddaughter

I thought that meaning in my life had taken its leave The exuberance of youthfulness blown away by an autumn breeze I had completed all objectives required of a growing man Then my darling little granddaughter reached up and held my hand As my hand engulfed her little one, she looked up into my eyes There was more for me to give in life I suddenly realized I was not ready to be put out to pasture and slowly fade away My darling little granddaughter gave me hope for the coming day The accomplishments of years gone past meant nothing to this girl She just needed the hold of a hand she trusts to walk her out into this world I have much left to live for and much still of me to give My darling little granddaughter inspired me still to live