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The Day
It was a Sunday morning
And I was on the couch
After a night of moaning
And suddenly there was doush!
Quick, call my midwife!
Off the carpet first and to the bath
Looks like we’ll have a new life
If you do the math
I had to call my friends and boss
Sorry, I must be off
Please buy me some spaghetti sauce
Oh… this is starting to be tough
Wait! The crib has not arrived
My parents are on their way
Let them know it’s almost time
Yes, we’ll be there right away
Now everything in the car
Daddy, drive if you can
An hour really is not too far
Honey, hold my hand
I ran inside, forget the gown
Yes, your baby is on its way
But I’m afraid she might be upside down
Sit right here. You’ll be okay
Another hour and into the tub
This was what I was waiting for
So much better than any old back rub
I couldn’t have asked for anything more
Just a little longer and I was eight
Let’s take a break
Don’t forget to urinate
Now you can return to your lake
Time to push
I know it’s hard
Oh my – it is her tush!
Call the doctor, she’s only in the backyard
She’s half-way out
Hang in there, you’re doing fine
Now’s not the time to doubt
Oh my gosh, is she really mine?
Eyes wide open and alert
Your daddy can only cry
Don’t worry, he’s not hurt
Just a sensitive guy
Little girl stay with your mommy
You’ll be nice and warm
Right here on her tummy
It really is the norm
Now you can eat to your heart’s delight
Grandma, come on in now
Isn’t she a sight?
What can you say but wow!
We’ll get up when you’re done
Mom needs some more food and drink
Grandma will have a lot of fun
Giving you a bath in the sink
Let’s go home to our bed
Everyone is doing well
Your baby is fed
And as pretty as a bell
Gabriela Noelle da Silva
March 9, 2003
Indianapolis, Indiana
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