thirtytwo

My back is weak. Don’t think I can pick you up. My back is weak, I said. Take this rope. Here. Tie it around yourself so I don’t lose you. There, around the waist. Make the knot tight but not too tight. Don’t want to hurt yourself. 

See that bird? Right there! Give me your hand so I can show you. Yes! He’s a special bird. You know that? When I was your age I went out with your grandfather to look at birds. He said it was a sign of good luck. He sure is a pretty one.