a sister and a friend

a little sister
with wide brown eyes
a nose perky like a spur
cheeks
chubby as pies

looking up at me
as I settle down on my knee
folks said:
she cried for you
‘akka’
parched lips and a feeble voice

there was a bond
something I couldn’t get
it just felt good to be wanted
by my very own pet.

lugging your bag
and holding your hand
i rushed into crowded buses
twice
with you as a tag
protecting and shielding
as me: a 11 year old fledgling
could manage to drag

you shot tall and fair
and there you were in my closet
rampaging all my wear
forced to share
i cribbed and let go
you were after all
my small young study

friends we became
sharing stories of boys
dresses and let-downs
as each shifted blame
when accosted by the scary ‘rents

now you’re all grown up
home, kids and a partner
you snap at the advice I pour
an adult you say you are
yet
for me
a little sister forever

i hug you but twice
a year
make do with our time
happiness in a slice

with a beaming smile
my eyes filled with pride
i see you
on a blazing trail
while I trudge behind you
a snail

our roles are plenty
our roles are reversed
a confidant
a mentor
a friend
we make a beautiful blend

wishing you all of world’s happiness
as you step on the hill
I love you with all my heart
my dear little sister
though you protest
against me all you will

Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Madsies
Happy Birthday to you
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