My Big Brother

I was lost and wandering alone
My steps unsure into the unknown
Dark mist clouded my mind
My feet stumbled as if I was blind

Then there was a tap on my shoulder
Soft at first and then bolder
I spun around terrified and saw him there
His eyes turned soft with care

He tilted his head to the right
Confused at my fright
He frowned as he gazed
Until I calmed and my cheeks were ablaze

At this he smiled
I trusted him in just a while
He held out his hands
He as no boy, who from this were banned

Hesitant, I took my first stride
Second I stumbled and cried
His arms caught me and held me close
Tears ran down; he poked my nose

In his arms I found comfort
There was no judgment or hurt
He wasn’t perfect, but I liked that better
I decided to call him my big brother