Enigma

Jueju 10-8-24 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Enigma My baby has no grave Slipping from my womb Upon a crimson wave Too soon to feel your heartbeat A son or a daughter Your eyes blue or amber green Your voice, a mystery You - unsolvable puzzle – eternal enigma Your laughter – never heard Your smile unseen except by God Unspoken your first words Each birthday celebrated with angels Yet, I believe you live, little saint, Wrapped in Heaven’s embrace Your first steps walked you into eternity Where God revels in your perfect face

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Silent One

Date: 10/14/2024 12:30:00 PM

A beautiful poem dear Sam.. Expressed so well..

John Read

Date: 10/13/2024 10:08:00 AM

So sad and yet so beautiful, a new born who's first steps are in heaven.

Laura Leiser

Date: 10/10/2024 7:43:00 PM

Your poignant words made the loss of that precious little one hit home, Sam. Beautifully expressed and very touching poem. Hugs! :)

Paige Hind

Date: 10/10/2024 4:08:00 PM

So sweet that it brought tears, Sam...

Nette Onclaud

Date: 10/10/2024 1:22:00 PM

tugging at the heartstring with language sublime and poignant ...beautifully constructed, Sam!

Suzette Richards

Date: 10/10/2024 12:13:00 PM

The heartache of what could have been might seem unbearable at times. A star that shone too bright for this life on earth. A poignant write, Sam. Hugs, Su

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 10/9/2024 8:03:00 AM

Dear Sam, Such a great tribute to the unborn child. You brought tears to my eyes and so well said. We have lost several children in our immediate family, and such heartbreak, but knowing in God's hands they go. Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Sam Kauffman
Date: 10/10/2024 11:09:00 AM

Thank you so much, Daniel. Even though this poem came together rather quickly, it was a difficult one to write. My heart goes out to you and your family. I never could have gotten through this experience without the wonderful support of family, friends, prayers, my faith and my precious Jewish friend who insisted on lunches, shopping trips and coffee dates! I do look forward to that day when I will meet this little one. Sending you and your family prayers of consolation and autumn blessings!