Flowers Beneath My Feet

Flowers beneath my feet 
Happy clouds above my head
Barefoot and pregnant me
By emerald emotions I’m lead 

Walking into motherhood
Like a deer caught in headlights 
Feeling optimistic and good
Despite first time jitters fright

Will I be enough as babe blooms
Can I do motherhood right
Baby in my blessed womb
I’m excited to give you life

I worry about the world here
That it may not be so safe
But God doesn’t give me fear 
Whenever I kneel and pray

I feel your lovely little limbs
As you swim in my tummy
Looking forward to your whims
And making faces so funny

Growing you I grow with you
In spirit in every delightful way 
I love you as big as the sky blue
Excited to hold you one day

As I walk in the grass so green
I look forward to your arrival 
I will give you love in entirety 
You are my heart legacy tribal

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Bj Legros Kelley

April 21, 2026 at 10:18 PM

Such a beautiful poem Karen! Are you expecting a baby for real? I've been away, like I am too often on site, so I miss way too much, I annoy me dreadfully with this trait, but life so often feels like a whirlwind. I thought older age would give me more time...!! I am a grandma of many, and mom to many, but not too many :) I just love your poem so much, it is a fave <3

Karen Jones

April 21, 2026 at 11:14 PM

Awwwww thank you I’m honored that you gave! My “baby” is 36 years old lol. Often I write from past experiences and feelings I have or had. You’re lucky to be a grandmother and mom! My son hasn’t had kids yet. But I’m looking forward to it. Thanks for the love!