Do you remember playing barbies with us,
sitting on the floor just as a child?
The funny voice you gave that doll.
Breaking boundaries,
a new character,
who was perfectly okay with being an oddball.
Somehow we were on equal grounds,
like no one had to be the authority.
You let me speak my voice,
as if a generation didn't separate you and me.
I never knew the importance,
until I got on the ground too.
You may have left my sight,
but you're still in my view.
From you,
I learned how to be an aunt to my nephew.
Just like your purse of goodies,
the same goes for my niece.
Together we empty every bag,
piece by piece.
I don't particularly enjoy playing Minecraft games,
yet,
I know those won't ever be hours I regret.
It's about being a child again,
without the rules.
Forget standard norms,
go on and act like fools.
2/15/15
