Flutter

One little blink, just one blink more…

You woke with fright, shaken to the core.

 

The world is dark at 2am.

But I’m your mommy; here I am.

 

Your cries pierce the air, are in earnest this night.

No little pats to calm down; this time needs the light.

 

Little hands knead, your eyes peek around.

Back and forth we rock, barely making a sound.

 

All the way this time, so you don’t start.

Be still, little one, you are my heart.

 

One little blink, just one blink more…

Before I lay you back in your crib and slip out the door.