Ryan Haack is a writer living in the Midwest with his beautiful wife and three brilliant children. This is his first published poem. To learn more about him, visit his blog. How nice is this observation of a child’s concern for and adoration of her father?
Just Noticing
By Ryan Haack
You saw me
sliding my belt through the loops
and were amazed
Your little mouth dropped open
Big blue eyes
widened in surprise
Concerned, your small
helpful hands reached up
and fumbled with the leather
My little assistant
It’s adorable how you’re
just noticing all of
the things Daddy can do
with only one hand.
Heart wrenching. Thank you for reminding us what others go through.