DAUGHTER

DAUGHTER

by Robin Shwedo

©: Robin Shwedo, 1985



She stands there,

puffed up,

proud;

knowing she can

do as she wants,

go as she pleases.

Free and easy,

light

and

breezy.

Joyous.

Little girl-child.

Two years old,

and, oh, so wise.



"Bird fly."

"Tree big."



Chortles at the touch

of flowers

on her cheeks;

dancy springy steps

in knee-high grass.

The world is new,

the world is good,

when seen through Erin's eyes.



Two-year-olds are at a magical age; no longer a baby, but not quite a big kid, they're learning to explore a little. This is part of my poetry book titled Love, Feelings and the Seasons of Life which is looking for a publishing home.