Only Six

He’s my oldest, and he acts like it. Watch dog over his younger siblings. He makes sure they’re ok And minding the rules. Responsible for six. Reliable most times. Sure, he has his bad days When he won’t mind. But he’s kind and sweet And says he’s sorry When he’s made mistakes or done something…

My Partner

He’s my working partner And my goof-off friend. I love to play with him ‘Till the day’s end. He loves to help me in the kitchen When I’m making something good to eat. He wants to do what I do— Which is scary at times! And he’s not a timid child. He doesn’t wait around…

My Contrary Photogenic

“Come here, Baby,” I say. “I want to take your picture.” She looks at me, smiles, Then runs the other way. When I finally catch her She won’t smile for me. Rather, she frowns, Protruding her bottom lip In what we call a birdie perch. I coax and coax to get a smile But she’ll…