Where I go, you go

It’s amazing to think back
To a time when I had space
It’s a distance memory now, it’s true
A chapter now replaced.

I could go to the toilet, have a bath
I could hang the washing out
This was all done on my own, in peace
Without the little sprout.

I could eat a snack, my whole dinner
I could drink my wine or coffee
My mind was elsewhere and dreaming
It was just about me and my hubby.

The first few months are different
It’s true that you have a bit more time
To brush your hair, clean your teeth
It truly is divine.

As your child starts to move and crawl
A lot more is required from you
You need to stay on the ball and focus
They always need to be in view.

It is not a one-sided affair though
For them it doesn’t once change
Every hour of every day
You need to be in range.

It becomes an automatic thing, it does
It is not something you think about
Where I go, you go, and vice versa
We just cannot go without.

You look forward to the time of day
When your little one is due for a nap
You can try and have some peace and quiet
Without little mate on your nap.

When there’s silence you do everything
Hoping you will get some time on your own
Empty the dishwasher, fold the clothes
Manic mode ensues while you are alone.

As you finally finish the last of your chores
You make a coffee and go to sit down for a bit
However, it’s all ended before it’s started
Your needed again, you’re it.

I sometimes think, I wonder
When will I get some independence back
It would be nice to some things, some times
Without the little tac.

But when we get the opportunity
To have some time apart
I cannot wait to come home, to see you
For our joint adventures to restart.

It’s times like these I am grateful
For your dependence on me, I am
It’s not going to last forever, I know
I need to enjoy it while I can.