When I am a grandma
I will set out cut glass candy dishes
filled with black licorice
and red hot cinnamon gummy bears
when my grandson asks
if he should put it in the fridge
I'll say "Of course dear,
that's what you do with hot things."
I will make sure I have gum in my purse
so all my grandkids can have a piece
when they get it stuck to their hands
I'll tell them to use a paper napkin to get it off
and laugh at the ensuing hilarity
I will dress differently from everyone else they know
I will show up at school events in houses dresses
with an apron on- bringing fresh-baked goodies
I will give the best hugs
and the best Christmas gifts
because I will the present
