Donna, my dear, it should be quite clear <br /> To anyone who has watched you trot <br />An inchworm you, indeed are not. <br /> For despite your sensitivity, <br />If such were your proclivity, <br /> Crawling would be your main activity! <br /> <br />Holding a job; pursuing your career; <br /> Raising your family; keeping the Faith; <br />Studying intently; chasing a dream. <br /> These are things we observed you doing. <br />Such activities are marks of devotion; <br /> Never would they be possible, if you were but an inch worm! <br /> <br />After consultation with my spouse from not so long ago, <br /> It has jointly been decided, you deserve the utmost credit <br /> for the goal you have achieved. <br />As you wear this ring, remember that Viv and I agree, <br /> We never found an inchworm who earned a doctoral degree! <br /> Congratulations. <br /> <br /> <br />(This is my tribute to my daughter-in-law, Donna.)<br /><br />Robert J. Bartlett<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/ring-presentation-poem-sequel-inspired-by-shel-silverstein-s-poem-one-inch-tall/
