Danielle White Poet Rhyme

Headlong Through a Minefield

My heart is seized in terror

as you flutter through my mind

running headlong through a minefield

to its dangers you seem blind.


I've lost my mother, father, brother,

will I also lose my child?

How can life be so cruel,

why must life be such a trial?


My prayers are always answered,

but the answer's always "no,"

my sanity is fragile,

I can't take another blow,


Until you are a parent,

you will never know true fear.

Can you take me, instead, Lord?

'Cause I'd gladly volunteer.


©Danielle White

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Carrie Richards February 6, 2009 at 10:02 AM Another desperate plea from a mother's love. Blessings and my best wishes and prayers, Danielle.

Michael Degenhardt February 6, 2009 at 7:52 AM This truly shows the unconditional love a parent has for their child, the always worrying and willingness to hurt before them. The rhyme is perfect and the message within this is so strong and clear. Many blessings to you. Michael