The Game

The Game

 

Tightly wrapped feet

Cool breeze

Dusting faces.

Strong hands tightening laces

All the way up. 

Double knot. 

Newly minted feet. 

Wobbly legs. 

"Steady, Son. 

Hold onto me.”

Step.  Step.  Glide.  

Again.  

Freedom!

Joy.  

Losing balance...  

Bruises and bumps. 

Pick yourself up. 

Again and again. 

Strong praise.  

Stronger love.  

Thanks, Dad.  

Time shared.  It’s OK.  

“I love you dad.”

“I’m proud of you, son.”

Change of game. 

Now we watch. 

A bond created. 

Trial.  Triumph.  

This game of life. 

Some wins.  Some loss. 

Same dusting off. 

Same love.  

Same game. 

Time still precious.  

“Steady, Dad.

Hold on to me.”

DRH 

Copyright 2021 Donna R. Hedges