with wide brown eyes
a nose perky like a spur
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
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 dear Madsies
Happy Birthday to you