Sunday, November 06, 2011

Generation

Each time I see that pic I always start
to smile (we three are laughing on the stairs)
I love that little imp with all my heart

he elevates sheer cuteness to an art
with candid spurts of wonder he declares.
Each time I see that pic I always start

to feel the warmth his closeness can impart
and joy his playful grin innately shares.
I love that little imp with all my heart,

so much, without him near it tends to smart
and then the need for pointless crying flares,
each time I see that pic I always start

the salty, sentimental tears are tart
a burden that my doting gladly bears,
I really love that imp with all my heart.

I hope that I have somehow done my part
assuring him that someone out there cares
each time I see our pic I always start
to feel a grandpa's love within my heart.

4 comments:

  1. Anonymous3:31 AM

    Boy, I know this feeling. I'm so happy that you have had the chance to experience it. Grandchildren are truly a blessing and so are Grandparents!

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  2. You have really mastered the form. The thought is not forced by it, but comes naturally. Excellently well done.

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  3. Wonderfully moving and tenderly written, Bob

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  4. Thanks guys, I'm trying to get a copy of the picture to post, he's so cute!

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