Bonjour, Ma Petite

Gazing down upon wispy hair
Filled with buds hanging precariously
Mischievous eyes gazing up
Into me
Into me

I long, long, long
To get down on my knees
So I am child with her
Feel her sweetness on my palms
And gently whisper

“Grow, grow, grow
Beautiful girl
Spread your wings,
Fly free like a bird,
Never doubt your true worth
Or be harmed by cruel words,
Uncurl softy as you did at birth.
Mar not your unblemished skin
Nor taint your inner world,
Allow no one the satisfaction
To create your heart hurt,
Laugh till you happily burst
Shine like a burning bright star,
Shed not a tear in despair
But love forever without a care,
Entwine your delicate soul
Through beauty of many oceans
Unfolding into a strong woman
Of this magical earth.
Grow, grow, grow
Wonderful little girl"

For you shall be all the tomorrows
As I am the yesterday
Today we share a smile
If only for a while.