The Evolution of a Nickname
The ocean,
blue sky,
sailboat
Nathan
just learning
to talk
My father-in-law,
“Say Grampa”
pronounced Grumpa
His German girlfriend
“Say danka,
come on, danka”
Nay is more interested
in watching the water,
seeing birds dive,
feeling the wind
in his face.
Later, his grandfather
kisses him goodbye.
“Bye bye, Gunka”
Nay says.
And Gunka
he has remained
to this day.
That is adorable. My oldest granddaughter calls my younges Nini. We can't figure out why since her name is Erin. Funny how those nicknames stick!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet. My kids have a "Bumpa" that evolved along a similar path.
ReplyDeleteI like how you tell a story in this.
ReplyDeleteWonderful. My great grandma was called "Gog" for similar reasons.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet poem, much enjoyed reading it.
ReplyDeleteCutee. This is how names evolve na
ReplyDeleteIt's great how this story unfolds!
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