Ode to my Nips
Once upon a time, you were firm, solid, and round
Just another part of my body
I would make sure you were adequately clothed
In case you got cold
And decided to make an appearance
We coexisted peacefully
Until…
One day…
You got the shock of your life
Tiny little lips fastened themselves around you
Mewing, clawing, sucking
DEMANDING
Day and night
The tiny little master required your compliance
Every two…three…four hours
Pulling, sucking, twisting
For months at a time
Suddenly, teeth appeared on the scene
Every now and then, blood would be drawn
Little fingers pinched, scratched, caressed
Suddenly, you were long and stringy
Like stretched out gummy worms
Much loved but much used
Sometimes you felt like shards of glass
As you rubbed against my shirt
Sometimes you dripped unceremoniously
In public
But always,
Always
You were part of this sweet journey
To provide sustenance
Comfort
Love
Safety
To my sweet little girl
And for that,
I thank you.
