for you
the days
of gold lame
and lace
are over
yet
for me
each crown
and flowing gown
is a special reminder
of days when
we would walk
side by side
together
you
decked out
in your finery
creating stares
me
in my jeans
soaking up
your spirit
lost
in the special
moment.

today
you are
still elegant
and original
but
sometimes
I miss
the glorious
days of
gold lame
and lace
and regal
toddler beauty.

Peggy French
(Mom)