for maya...

i never want to see you cry
i remember how
your small wails faded
into soft giggles you learned
when i come and whisper
to your ear "mama is here,
don't worry now"


i can not allow you to fall
and i loved when you wont
let my hand go, when you wanted
me by your side, with every uncertain
word you utter, in every attempt
of a wobbly step you make

i do not want to see you leave
but i would love to see you soar
flying to a heaven you are yet to name
creating a rainbow with colors you choose
yes, you can and i know you will
define a world you'll call your own

my own voice would soon be lost
my arms are not as strong
i may soon fail to heed your calls
time does that, you know
but until my last dusk fades
until the sun decides to sleep
until the stars flicker last
my sky will hold your name