From reality today. Thanks for reading.

"The Empty Nest"

I remember a moment in a walkin closet
Thinking that I could turn it into a nursery
Because it was so big and right in my bedroom
But the extra bedroom was right nearby

I remember feeling fear holding that first fragile little body
And the new things I encountered I'd never dreamed of
A few mistakes along the way but that's okay
And I should have thrown out the book

I remember I always wanted to teach you things
Sailing was smooth most of the way
With just an occasional bump through a wake
Giggles and tumbles on the floor

I remember little things and big things
Tears of seperation and love coming back home
Moments I never thought I could be prouder of you
All those dreams and trials and growing

Here I sit trying to preserve a memory
So vast there's not enough words to tell
Not the right words to say what's in my heart
Almost like a dream that was

And I still find myself thinking I'll do this or that for you
I feel my own mortality as I look at what's gone
But deep inside I know it's finally right
As I struggle with my own rebirth

BJH
2/1/2006

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