Pride

I am participating in National Poetry Writing Month 2019. 30 Poems in 30 Days is the target.

The Day 4 Prompt for #NaPoWriMo is to write a sad poem, but one that achieves sadness through simplicity. I have narrated a simple story which conjoins a mix of emotions - pride, joy and sadness. 

I watch you grow

my heart swells with pride

no longer faltering

you walk in steady strides

you learn new words

often leaving me surprised

you talk of dreams

and ambition side by side

someday, my son,

you would shine bright

I know 'cause you're smart

you'll do everything right

but am I wrong to admit

of being a little scared

you will build a world of own

will I find a place there

we will be in touch

our daily round of calls

but will I get to see

the bruises in your arms

or can I caress your hair

when you are down and low

you will no longer depend on me

your struggles, I wouldn't know

but to my friends I shall boast

stories of your success

hiding my share of sadness

seeing my bird leaving its nest

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