forgive me

you will have to forgive me..
i feel like that newborn child
who laughs and cries
for no reason at all
expecting to be soothed
or cuddled.. hushed or held

away from that cocoon.. a safe haven
out in dazzling light
a new world
all the senses acutely sensitive
vulnerable to everything around

you will have to forgive me
for clinging to that finger
till i can walk by myself
then holding that hand.. as mine

and you .. i thank you.. for everything
for being there always
for that gentle understanding
silent.. teasing.. loving.. protective

you will have to forgive me
now that i run even fly
it's your hand still
i need by my side