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The Nanny, the Shadow

It was an ordinary day, when time she came our way. So young and shy, with a lovely smile I thought she’d stay for just awhile. But ever since she cared for us in everything she does. She was hired so mom and dad could work. She, no hard task ever shirked. So I grew up within her care she gave a love so rare, from noon till night and every morn as though from her I was born. Now I have grown, I dread this time, she’s old and past her prime. She longs these days for her homeland, I can’t release her loving hand. I hide my tears but still I cling to she, the wind beneath my wings. It is not a normal day, for my shadow leaves today. 07 July 2015

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Date: 9/16/2015 2:11:00 AM
Wonderful emotive write n yet another great win Kim! Big Congrats !
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Date: 9/15/2015 2:55:00 PM
Very emotional, Kim. I enjoyed reading your sad poem. Human bonds run deep. Congratulations on your win. Sandra
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Date: 9/15/2015 2:21:00 PM
Kim, nice win. SKAT
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Date: 9/15/2015 7:14:00 AM
So sweet, and loving, thank you for sharing this in my contest..hugs
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Date: 7/22/2015 6:11:00 AM
Very touching piece my friend. She sure sound like an amazing lady. Love how you put this poem together and the emotion that goes with it. Big hugs for you Kim. B
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Date: 7/12/2015 7:20:00 PM
G'day Kim... you have written a poem here Kim that is so touching that it must be true and the Nanny must be close to your heart - great topic - Lindsay
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Date: 7/9/2015 5:10:00 PM
Ohh, this one is so sad! Excellent emotional imagery. xoxo
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Date: 7/8/2015 10:21:00 PM
so sad Kim yet she will always be in your heart hugs 7
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Date: 7/8/2015 10:43:00 AM
For one I am happy you had a good nanny. I have seen here in the states nannies not paying attention to the one's in their care. Glued to the cell phone. I can only imagine she is like another mother to you...excellent poem...perfect for the contest
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Date: 7/7/2015 11:43:00 PM
A great tribute. Very much touching. Enjoyed reading it. TFS
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Date: 7/7/2015 3:46:00 PM
a unique entry for the contest, on a nanny. I sure enjoyed this one.
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Date: 7/7/2015 2:34:00 PM
You capture a warm, loving relationship well in this work! Peace & Love Matthew Anish
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Date: 7/7/2015 1:26:00 PM
A sweet and excellent write. your descriptive flow with vivid imagery, you captured your personal moment wisely. Thanks for your pleasantry deed at my page.................A.M.
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Date: 7/7/2015 12:14:00 PM
a lovely tribute I worked as a children's nanny when I left college after my nursery nursing training - gosh it is hard work - have got some great memories:-) hugs Jan xx7
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Date: 7/7/2015 11:57:00 AM
You captured a personal moment in time and shared it with us all. Emile.
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Date: 7/7/2015 9:26:00 AM
This is sweet and sad, good luck in the contest.
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