A Fathers Socks

A Father's Socks

He wore his father's socks

though oversized they were,

falling crumpled over the top

of school shoes.

It was show and tell that day,

bringing to class something that

he thought could interest classmates

while some brought smooth stones,

others, a feather or coin.

He wore his father's socks

and placing a foot atop his seat,

told the class his father died

in Iraq and he feels closer to him,

wearing something his father

had worn.

Some giggled, being young,

unaware of the tears shed,

some asked if they were warm,

or itchy.

"They're warm", he answered,

"and one day they'll fit just fine."

The teacher assured him

 they would.