Nine Years’ Sweet
He took the child’s
Hand in his huge mitt.
A year now since
Parents had crashed.
And Uncle Ray smiled
At the nine year old
Her dress quite
Uneven and smashed.
Her hair combed in
Curious manner.
Her nails needing cleaning
For sure.
And he had that job
At the sawmill.
With two fingers lost
To endure.
But this was a
Family compact.
And his love
Defying all words.
And she still as free
As a kitten.
And her songs
As sweet as the birds’.
The schooling her
Trial in the Village.
Her kitchen craft
Better than most.
A legacy cherished
From Mother.
For vittles or baking or roast.
Kind Uncle Ray smiled
Held her hand
For a while.
She looked like
Her Gramma the most.
She gave her big hug
At the back door.
A partner worth
Every boast.
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Written on December 26, 2022
Submitted by dougb.72572 on December 26, 2022
Modified on March 05, 2023
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