Cecilia Mercedes Coca-Aitken

You began to stir this morning at 5:00am eight years ago.

It was a Saturday.

I felt how soft and intense you were from the beginning.

You began so subtle.We talked a lot that morning.

I did not know what to expect. You were so wanted and loved already.

Cecilia for you I will fight dragons and run through fire.

For your smile I will climb the highest mountain, swim the largest ocean.

Mamita for your laugh I will walk barefoot through thorns and crawl on rocks.

I am your humble soldier out to protect your peace and laughter.