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They have very little hair and delicate skin they're so tiny and frail when their lives begin. They come to us a gift from heaven, throughout their lives we love and protect them. We impart our wisdom and give them direction. As they become adults and go out on their own, we feel somewhat empty And somewhat alone. Our memories are filled their awards and achievements. We remember the joy of those first little steps and all the excitement of their first overnight guest. We share with them that first bedtime story. And also their first tast of triumph and glory. They steal our hearts and fill us with joy, we must never discard them for they're children not toys. They're sweet and innocent and fragile in side. So fill them with love self respect And pride.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 12/12/2016 1:21:00 PM
Amen and Amen my friend. We must encourage them to try their wings and be there to grab them up when they fall. Although it hurts to see them leave the nest we must encourage them to do so and find their own wings. Wonderful insightful piece. Great stuff. A big 777 from me. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
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Edward Mccall
Date: 12/12/2016 10:54:00 PM
Hi Judy. Thank you for your comments and for the big 777" when I wrote it 23 years ago I never thought that it would touch people the way that it has. Thank you again and I look forward to reading your poems. God bless and Merry Christmas to you and yours
Date: 12/12/2016 1:11:00 PM
Hi Edward! I really like this poem. It is so sweet and nostalgic. However, I have a few suggestions for you if you will email me, I will email you back with them. Looking forward to hearing from you. Carole
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Date: 12/12/2016 2:40:00 AM
WOW Edward you brought a lump to my throat with this touching poem:-) I can relate so much as my son flew the nest this year after he graduated from university - into my faves:-) hugs jan xx
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Edward Mccall
Date: 12/12/2016 8:14:00 AM
Sorry I meant to say it blows my mind.
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Edward Mccall
Date: 12/12/2016 8:10:00 AM
Good morning Jan. Thank you. I wrote this when my son turned three. He's now 26 I blows my mind that 23 years later it still tugs at the heart. Thank you again Jan. HUGS back:)
Date: 12/11/2016 7:09:00 PM
Very nice Edward. Special :)
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Edward Mccall
Date: 12/12/2016 8:12:00 AM
Good morning Heidi.I Read your comment this morning thank you so much. Shoot me a soup mail sometime.
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Edward Mccall
Date: 12/12/2016 8:01:00 AM
Good morning Heidi. Read your comment this morning thank you so much. Shoot me a soup mail sometime.

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