For Lily

Note about poem: My mom wrote this beautiful poem for me + ba-doo is what I used to call Barney. I am 10 and only just joined. I hope you enjoy my poetry.


Chubby arms that held me tight;
The one I rocked to sleep each night.

Tiny voice asking for "ba-doo";                        
My little girl, how I love you!                                                   

Starting school, so scared but strong;
I knew you'd well all along.

The whole world in your eyes of blue;
Your sweetness charmed just like I knew.

Coming home awash with tears;
I hope I helped allay your fears.

Growing up, so big and tall;
If I blink, I fear I'll miss it all.

Goodbye to all those little toys;
Bring on the gossip about boys.

You won't need me someday, maybe;
But you know you'll always be my baby.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Allison Avatar
January 30, 2015 at 12:57 PM
This is absolutely delightful:-) I am sure many of us can relate so so well to this write about our own children:-) a 7 from me:-) Hugs Jan xx
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