We dug our fingers
deep into plastic,
searching for heads
amid the wreckage
of old ships, buildings
and airplanes.
The two of us,
working, quietly:
she, five;
Me, older.
She took each one --
each tiny yellow
head discovered
in the bin
of abandonment --
and built a tower
of scowls and smiles
and surprise.
So I laughed
along with her
at the absurdity
of it all,
this remembering.
I hear it is hard to let go
When you've invested in LEGO.
Each kit an island
No longer free play land.
Rockets, fire trucks and such.
Loose pieces, not so much.
Match the picture on the box.
Let go. Let go! Free play rocks!
I have a relative who has purchased shelves over time so as to display the completed kits built by himself and his children.
There is no bin of loose blocks, etc. in the house.
I am not sure I understand.
Has your month off been relaxing?
I certainly hope so!
School soon...for you.
Have a great year.
Ewigleben
dogtrax
Anxious plush
Tellio
Algot