I am tiny,
only about six years’ old.
I stand before Jesus,
looking up at him.
I tug at his garment.

Jesus looks down,
sees me there,
smiles
and gets down on his knees
so that he’s right at my level.

I look into his twinkling eyes
and say,
“Will you teach me to sing
without fear?”

Jesus grins and says,
“Of course!
And don’t worry,
it’s just like learning to ride a bike!”

© Claire Murray