Proud Papa
you called to me
I heard you
I reached down
lifted you
pulled you to my chest
heartbeats merging
breathing soul to soul
I nurtured you
held you high
landed you carefully down
to find your place
dancing to a delicate balance
I gently steadied you
until you were ready
I slowly stepped back
inspired by your confidence
admiring your beautiful independence
it was time to let go
one final look
to appreciate the majesty
of your moment
like a proud papa
—DL Madsen
