Hold him to you
and rock him gently.
Shelter him in your arms.
Let your warmth flow
into him, and keep him
safe from all harm.
Be there for him always.
Make sure he feels your love.
Tell him a story,
and then another.
Be the parent
you've always dreamed of.
Play with him
a little longer.
Make him laugh.
Make him smile.
Take joy in all he does;
for he'll only be a child
for such a short while.