You rushed early into this world
eager to see what it was all about
locked your eyes on mine
and didn’t look away.
Then I knew. Knew
That it is possible for a heart to grow,
like cells building new life.
You take your time, assessing,
finding your place. Charming strangers
with your smile. Absorb the world
from my shoulder. Thank me
when I chase away the night-time
monsters. Take little
imp as a compliment!
You share, without hesitation,
your treasures - your opinion,
and the mysteriously melted chocolate-buttons
smeared across your hands.
If only time didn’t rush
if only it would be more sharing
if it would
trickle
just a little. Not a lot to ask.
(Written in the early 80's)
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