A thousand years

I know who you are. How could I not?

I am so proud of you, so impressed by your standards and amazing work.

The world knows you too and that does not surprise me. I know I share a part of you with everyone and I'm okay with that. How could I ever deny others the joy of you?

But to me you are first and foremost my baby.

I look at you and see your loving eyes and beautiful smile.

I listen to you and I hear gentle wise words.

I appreciate your calmness, your ability to forgive my impetuousness, your love.

In my world you are almost god-like compared to the other people I know and that is saying a lot.

If I live a thousand years I don't think I will ever be able to adequately express my gratitude for you.