The Mind Canvas

My Little Knobby Knees

A day like any other, a day ill never forget

You are buckled in, little knobby knees

Elmo on your left and a window to your right

I see you, I know you, I love you

Those big brown eyes find me, standing in the lot

My heart is beating, my thoughts all over

You are buckled in, with your toys packed away

A day like any other, A day I feared would come

You are my girl, my happiness and my smile

You are buckled in and hands wave good bye

Hugs to some, words for others, but you…

I tell you I see you later, and time to go on ride

I know you don’t understand, I am here right now

I give you kisses and also elmo, touch your hair and face

I back on down and wave to you…Hi, do you see

I hear the Uhail roar to life, My eyes are watching you

I crane my neck and move about…hi burger

Soon your face is out of view, you are moving on

I watch the truck until its gone, with you buckled in

My heart and soul cry in silence, tears the only clue

My niece, my treasure, my little Ari Ann

Please remember me…however long it takes

I will be at the door one day, to see that sunshine face

Please burger.., I wish I could explain

I would never leave lone, never in this life

My God this hurts so bad inside…

Remember my face and the love we shared

29 months and 5 days. You were the spark that brought me back

Stay close to mommy and daddy on your adventure all brand new

Don’t forget Uncle Randy, My face and love for you

I swear to you baby girl, I’ll be there your whole life

You will open the front door and see me seeing you.

I love you Ari-Ann Carmean with everything that I am. I am so, so sorry that we will not be able to play “ready, Ready,” “Up-Down” “Elephant,” “Hide and Seek,” and so many more...No more Yo Gabba Gabba, and feeding elmo for a while. Just keep me fresh in that little head. I will skype you whenever I can. I will come visit as soon as humanly possible. I love you little girl. You’re a cool dude, and very funny funny.

I love you.

Randy