A Poem For My Sons

You grasped my finger with your tiny hand The bond between us sealed for life I would rock you to sleep in my arms And dance with you to your favourite songs You held me as you pulled yourself to your feet Holding on tightly while you made sense of the world We would throw bread when we fed the ducks Together we would share books taking turns to turn pages I wiped your tears, cleaned your wounds and held you when sad I cheered you on and applauded your achievements I waved you off when you went alone exploring And hugs when you returned from your adventures Hand in hand together we were one Slowly I unclasped our fingers and now I'll let you go So you can find your own way in this world Always remember I'll be there to catch you if you fall