cradle rocking

we worry

about our children

in the cradle, rocking

them slowly,

but even as the grey

arrives

in their hair,

and their bellies

fill up

with the world.

we

want them to be safe,

to be smart,

to be successful, and yet

at times

you get the feeling

they when it comes to you,

they don't really

care.

they expect

all things concerning you

to be well.