Not gone anywhere

Not gone anywhere

 

My only son 

He's moved away

but not too far

With pretty lady

You have each others' hearts.

You have my heart

I have your room,

Your washing!

And while I have your shirts

To iron, I revert

To the younger years

Consumed!

Now a man

With such a music gift

A caring nature, funny

(And awkward work shifts)

Getting better with money!

And as he pulls up in his car

To pick up his pa

I know he's not gone very far

Love to see his smiling face

And smile when I see

He's left a trace;

Cooked bacon smell

A used glass tumbler

Shower water on the floor

(Never a chore)

Towels moist

The sound of his voice

And my pride swells!

His longed-for visits

Shoes! Socks! Underwear!

everywhere!

His trousers hang up

So grown up

A part of him is still here

and not gone anywhere 

For Joseph 

24/01/2025