handkerchief

Apr 12, 2023

I spent ages looking for that

perfect present for you.

You were always difficult to buy for.

What do you get someone who has the world at his feet

and an easy way with thoughtful things?

That time I asked if you wanted a present

to remind you of our two decades together.

You asked Why? Because I already have

that reminder called wife.

You are a difficult man to buy presents for.

Organised. Careful. Carrying responsibility as lightly as

that handkerchief in your pocket.

Come rain or hail or blistering summer sunshine,

that hard working square piece of cloth

is there to wipe dirt and sneezes, accidents and tears.

So I found a box of four made out of sturdy cotton

and gave it to you with all my love.

An uninspiring gift that speaks of ordinary days.

But I wanted to give you something you needed

and that you kept with you always.

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