Our Darling Baby Child
Some people may say
You barely existed
But I know that's not true
For you were meant to be
As sure as the day
Your daddy said he loved mummy too
You see right from the start
We were planning you
Taking our time
So that all the love
Daddy and Mummy felt for each other
Would go straight to your heart from mine
When they told me
It is impossible to explain
How Mummy felt and what she wanted to say
They told me you were in danger
But Mummy wanted to protect you
And make those feelings go away
I could somehow feel your battle
As it took place
Somewhere inside
I felt Daddy and Me breathing for you
Beckoning you to stay and live
But barely on your journey
You died...
Mummy knew the instant
That you were leaving us
The pain in my tummy told me you were gone
I was alone
Losing you
I didn't know what to do, how to hold on
My darling I am sorry
I am sorry
You could not stay
But there is not a moment
A second that goes by
Mummy and Daddy don't think of you each day
But know that you would have been loved
So much and so strong
With all our hearts could provide
I am so sorry
Something didn't work inside Mummy's tummy
I am so sorry our darling, baby child...
Love Mummy and Daddy - May 2006
Copyright © Jo Hayton | Year Posted 2009
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