Little One! Little One!
Where have you gone?
What have you done?
It has been a while,
since I saw your smile.
From ear to ear.
Let me hold you near.

Render your charms,
while I hold you
in my arms.
Nestled and cuddled,
a treasure to behold.
Clear, soft eyes;
soft, rosy red cheeks.
Squeals of delight,
and a laugh so loud
that would make
any father proud.

Stay, my child,
just for a while.
Someday you will
go away.
I will be left
with memories
of that day.

© Joe Giso