Childs Prayer

*One year after 9/11*

It's been a year daddy
I really really miss you,
Mommy says your safe now
In a beautiful place called heaven.
We had your favorite dinner tonight,
I ate it all up.
Even though I don't like carrots.
I learned how to swim this summer.
I can even open my eyes
While I'm under water.

Can't you see me?

I started kindergarten this year,
I carry a picture of us in my Blue's Clues lunchbox.
You are the greatest daddy.
I can swing on the swing by myself,
Even though I miss you pushing me.

Can't you see me?

I miss how you used to tickle me
Tickle my belly, My belly hurts.
I try not to cry,
Mommy says it's okay.
I know you don't like it when I cry,
You never wanted me to be sad.
I try Daddy but it hurts.
Is it true you're not coming home?
Maybe someday,
I can visit you in heaven, okay?
It's time for me to go bed now,
I sleep with the light on,
Just in case you come home
And kiss me good night.
I love you so much
I miss you Daddy.

*A prayer for a little girls father who was a fire fighter and died during 9/11.*