A Glimpse

We see our kids or grandkids
In our home’s familiar setting
Or at gatherings of kith and kin
Within that safety netting.

Yet when somehow there’s a glimpse 
Beyond where we’re supposed to go,
We might be surprised to find
A person we don’t really know.

Perhaps in a performance
In the arts or in a sport,
A confidence might sparkle
Which will find us caught up short. 

It is fascinating watching
As that talent is unfurled 
And we witness as our loved ones 
Make their way out in the world.

Now, not everybody gets the chance
To catch this in the works.
I am lucky, seeing one of
Watching children’s greatest perks.

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Yann Rolland

Date: 7/21/2025 4:35:00 PM

waw, your heart is a lucky one, god bless your words and family

Jan Allison

Date: 7/21/2025 3:14:00 PM

aww it must be such fun watching henry growing up and becoming his own person, you must be so proud of him Ilene:-) hugs Jan xx