On Turning Sixteen

On Turning Sixteen At sixteen seconds you cried And so did I At sixteen minutes I held you and you held me by the heart At sixteen hours We were heading home and our family now numbered four At sixteen days Our family was conflicted Our little man now had a problem; daddy had another child in his life … At sixteen weeks things Were getting crazy Long nights, loud nights Son and daughter now Starting to find companionship Comforting. At sixteen months little sister stare, her hero brother. Steps becoming strong and sure Beautiful golden-brown hair The skin, the smile on waking, Umber eyes At sixteen years Driver’s license Self-assurance, doubt Edge of womanhood Brother and sister BFF Fleeting childhood Undying love Happy Birthday To Ceci from Dad on her 16th birthday (7/01). Much Love.