Baby

Toothless smile becomes you, my child

And dribble perfects babble into words.

Wobbly, but feet try the new walk.

Keep sucking that soft finger – sweet?

New skills pile on to memory,

As you step forward, man of tomorrow. 

Amma dreams of nurturing your body

Appa sees you, master of all.

Baby steps steady, you gain confidence.

Little hands clap when you master another skill.

Charming smile turns to love,

And your winning looks ravish the world.

Eyes spark sweet mischief as you tug and pull,

To disarrange neat décor, O how endearing!

Your clothes trail behind, but tiny feet toddle on,

Sands drop off your infant body

After rolling in the white sand.

Suddenly hungry, you throw away the held object

And turn around to look for Amma!