Cause/Effect

through the space of time my arm extends
gently to your plump abdomen
and my fingers gently play your belly like a piano without effort

giggles highlight the room
your chubby legs curl to your belly
while joy peacefully rests her contentment on your face

i hide my face in your neck breathing softly
your shoulders cringe and
i withdraw

roll over little baby
and come back to where i can extend my arm and grab you

come back little baby
let my fingers admire your chubby waist

come here little baby
let your laughter resound in my ears as
i tickle you once more