Pedestal
I stand on a pedestal
High, for you have put me here to look at
I’m a beloved stuffed animal, held tightly
I’m a favorite pillow, holding you as you lay
I’m a favored aunt, briefly visiting
I’m a fantasy, a wispy dream to comfort you
I am all the things you want me to be
Waiting for you to lead the way
I am at your side for a command performance
I am your puppet on a string
I am the puppy who waits for your return
I am the familiar story in your heart
I sit upon the shelf
Waiting for you to come to me
I wait, because I have to
I wait, because I want to
I wait, because I know you need to know that I will
I wait, because I have faith in us
Copyright 1998
Debra Chaffins
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