Fragile

Marked 'Fragile, Handle with Care'
    a preemie wrapped in tender affection
  Tiny fingers, tiny toes; a wisp of a nose
    in the midst of her pale pink complexion

  Gentle and delicate her handlers will be
    knowing one slip can be fatal
  Should not every delivery be treated this way
      ~ pre, neo and post-natal
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Rhymer Avatar
January 30, 2023 at 4:01 PM
Your write I read an hour after seeing mother and daughter find new born hours old left in some woods .Yes Gershon I agree as do all feeling human beings, that one Invited into this life formally or otherwise Should receive a proper reception.Thanks for stating the obvious in such an elegant manner. The little girl is safe and warm .Tragedy averted.
Wolf Avatar
January 30, 2023 at 8:18 PM
What a remarkable 'coincidence,' Vickey. Glad it happened, and thank you for sharing it. Peace, Gershon
Hawkins Avatar
January 30, 2023 at 2:33 PM
Precious, Take care, Shirley
Bauer Avatar
January 30, 2023 at 11:35 AM
Beautifully expressed, Gershon!
Mcintosh Avatar
January 30, 2023 at 12:42 AM
Wonderful writing. Love it. God bless you friend. Love, Gina
Tor Avatar
January 29, 2023 at 11:15 PM
What a theme. Enjoyed this one...
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