The bare pads
of her toes
thumped
across
the photo-faded
tiles
Fingertips
outstretched
at full attention
Precious enough
to catch
the kiss
only
mama's lips
could gift
She walked
away
slowly
taking
great
care
exhibiting
to all who
didn't know
the only thing
she knew to
treasure
Jan 4, 2017
Jan 4, 2017 at 12:58 AM UTC
The bare pads
of her toes
thumped
across
the photo-faded
tiles
Fingertips
outstretched
at full attention
Precious enough
to catch
the kiss
only
mama's lips
could gift
She walked
away
slowly
taking
great
care
exhibiting
to all who
didn't know
the only thing
she knew to
treasure
