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For Mother

Exhausted rest from labor's prayer
Bathed in sweat of joy
Answered with angelic child
Unblemished healthy boy

Humming a dulcet lullaby
With whispers of tomorrow
Promises of undying love
Through tears of bliss and sorrow

Contentedly sleeping, motionless
Loves' warm security
Hushed first dream of naivete
Such innocent purity

Dawn opens futures' brightened door
Eyes wide and clear of cloud
As manger breaks, simplicity escapes
And wrinkles mother's brow


   an original poem by the "poemdog" Daniel Turner
                         for my mom

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Viv Wigley

Date: 1/27/2016 7:57:00 AM

A lovely, bright, warm piece, Daniel, worthy of your Mother. great work, keep it up. regards, Viv

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/27/2016 8:15:00 AM

Thank you for the warm words of kindness and encouragement, Viv.

Keith Bickerstaffe

Date: 1/26/2016 11:38:00 AM

You are a true poet my friend... phrasing, cadence and rhyming are all top notch! BRAVO. Best wishes, Keith

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/26/2016 11:43:00 AM

I am honored and flattered coming from such a troubadour as yourself. Thank you for the words of encouragement.

Archana Garg

Date: 1/26/2016 5:12:00 AM

A very sweet tribute to your mom....

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/26/2016 5:51:00 AM

Thank you, Archana. for the kind words.

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 1/25/2016 9:54:00 PM

DANIEL, THANK YOU for blessing my comment with a reply. THAT WAS NICE OF YOU!!! PD**

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 1/25/2016 8:18:00 PM

Hi Daniel, I hope you are feeling better. Thank you for the beautiful write. I am a mother and love everything but the pain.... A perfect 7... LINDA

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/25/2016 8:59:00 PM

Thank you, Linda. Unfortunately, that is the roughest part. All kinds of pain for years to come, reason being when they hurt you hurt too.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/25/2016 12:57:00 PM

- A beautiful poem to your dear mother, Danile - A mother deserves everything :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/25/2016 1:42:00 PM

Yes they do! Thank you for your words of kindness and for the visit.

Andrew Crisci

Date: 1/25/2016 12:46:00 PM

I lost my mother many years ago. She was the sweetest mom who ever lived. I sense the same sweetness coming from a happy child's heart that yearns for maternal protection and tenderness. Thank you Daniel for your kind comment. It's always a pleasure to hear from you.Take care of your dog, " Buddy. " Have a terrific Monday. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

Daniel Turner
Date: 1/25/2016 1:40:00 PM

Thank you, Andrew your amity is much appreciated. I am honored by your visit.