To Become a Father

Two lines appear after five minutes

how can a sentient secret be so near

yet so concealed?


There is now a womb

which embraces a miracle.


I am waiting for your cry

tears thirsting for sacrificial love

from a boy made to be a father.


Will you have your mother’s eyes?

I pray you have her praying hands.


Take your first breath my child

For I am holding mine

It is ok to weep.