Stay innocent little one, 

at least, for one more day. 

Let me hold you tightly, 

please don’t run away. 

In the blink of an eye, 

things can change.

I’ll  cherish these days, 

as long as I can. 

One day soon, 

you’ll let go of my hand, 

before we know it, 

you’ll be a grown man. 

When that day comes, 

remember these truths, 

I will still be your mom, 

and I will always love you.

 ~terri otterman