A Gift

I lay there silent and 
 listen to you breathe.
How lucky I am to have you, 
 It's almost too hard to believe.

I watch the rhythmic rise
 and fall of your chest.
Careful, not to wake you.
 I think sleep is for the best.

As if you sense my
 innermost, hidden feelings,
You roll over and turn
 your face to the ceiling. 

Your straw colored hair
 glistens in the morning light.
Your baby blue-green eyes are
 such a wondrous sight.

A sigh escapes your lips
 as you turn to face me.
Will I be a good mom?
 We'll have to wait and see.

Little wrinkles in your skin.
 Ten tiny fingers and ten tiny toes.
I can't wait to see how you turn out,
 As I watch you grow.

Dear God, Thank you, 
 for the most precious child!
To realize I'm a mother, 
 Is just way too wild.

Please help me to become
 the best Mommy I can be.
It's true! The best things
 in life really are free.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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November 25, 2008 at 5:19 AM
Absolutely beautiful. Our children are our most precious gifts and a mother's love is the fiercest love of all. Your love and gratitude shine through this wonderful write. Love, Shar
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