A Priceless Day

One day, On my way, I went to meet my granddaughter and spend the day with her. I shared her joy As she showed me her new toys. Later we went for a walk To the deer park. She held my hand, But soon ran ahead Without any fear As she spotted the deer. And tried to peer Into the enclosure. She would not pay heed As she tried to feed Them with her small hands As they flocked to her like old friends She laughed and danced with glee And seemed utterly carefree. Soon it was four I dropped her at her door. It was a priceless day I felt as I drove away I looked back and saw she was in her maid’s lap, Tired and all set to have a nap. She waved with both hands at me. I too kept waving till I could see. Then I put my against the back rest Could feel the heart beat in my chest. I recalled how she had hugged me, And I didn’t want to set her free. She really has a way To make you happy and feel gay She brings out the child in me And I rediscover what it’s to just be.