For the first time in my memory
Mom and Dad were talking with each other calmly
without yelling, insulting or blaming each other. 

The child in me was shocked with disbelief. 

For the first time in my memory
Mom and Dad took responsibility for their actions.

The child in me was amazed and crying out in joy. 

For the first time in my memory
I did not need to intervene or feel responsible for their arguments. 

The child in me was calm and peaceful. 

I realized how much emotional pain their arguments
burdened my child within. 

The child in me could just observe and be. 

The child in me was no longer responsible
for the unhappiness of my parents.

The child in me is smiling
with expansive joy and gratitude.

Copyright . 2012 by Shervin Hojat