Clumsy children,
find forgiveness in cuts and bruises,
scars that tell a story.
Tired children find
the peace in sleeping in
for 20 more minutes,
with soft blankets,
being carried
from the car to the bed.
And a sobbing child will love
their tight embraces,
short breaks in a quiet place,
soothing words.
None of these kids
ever really grow up.