Eileen Manassian Poet Rhyme

Heaven's Gift

I'm blessed beyond measure
God gave me a treasure...
a daughter, in whom I delight
Her smile, such a pleasure,
though I'm not at leisure
to hug her, she sleeps through the night

From the moment I wake
Were it not for her sake
I'd not care if life were to end
But I know when I ache
When I feel I might break
Her love, my sweet angel will send

When my daughter was small
How her eyes would enthrall
Her laughter, a melody sweet
A few tears when she'd fall
I would gather them all
And trade each of them for a treat

How I wish I could spare
Every sigh, every care
And grant her the best of this life
To protect her, I swear
And I pray I'll be there
When she takes the role of a wife

Her heart senses the pain
You won't weather disdain
If she feels you're not being true
In the sunshine or rain
Her commitment won't wane
She gives to each one a just due

She loves music and arts
How with joy she imparts
Such beauty to what she creates
When my girl starts sing
How my soul takes to wing
Alighting at heavenly gates

Though these words cannot do
Coming years will prove true
The strength of my motherly love
In the storms she goes through
I will paint her skies blue
For she is my gift from above

For Shereen Natalie Ghali
March 6, 2020

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Richard Lamoureux December 24, 2020 at 2:04 PM Dropping by to wish you a Merry Christmas. Hugs Rick.

Barbara Barry-Nishanian December 10, 2020 at 7:45 PM "Paint her skies blue". Lovely feelings expressed. Is she your first child? I noticed the "ian ending, Armenian? I married an Armenian, over 50 years ago/. Enjoyed this will read more.

Timothy Hicks April 25, 2020 at 1:08 PM She is lucky to have you as a mother, Eileen... (and vica versa). I bet she can feel the love even if miles away ... wherever she goes. She can read this and be reminded of your care and compassion. Very sweet.

Eric Cohen March 23, 2020 at 10:19 PM What a nice poem! So well crafted and speaks genuinely from the heart.

Gordon Mcconnell March 14, 2020 at 4:23 PM A brilliant piece to bring tribute to your daughter, super rhyme and flow along the way, Eileen, I really enjoyed this one!

Richard Lamoureux March 8, 2020 at 9:32 AM A beautiful tribute to Shereen, I can see you are very proud of her. I’m sure she will appreciate this loving write. Hugs Rick. Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:50 PM Yes, I'm very proud of my "little girl"! :) I think she's happy to know that Mama loves to write about her. Hope all is well...

Gregory Richard Barden March 8, 2020 at 7:39 AM The true treasure of life ... the things and people that mean LOVE and joy ... a wonderful write, rhythm, phrasing, imagery - and going to my faves. Blessings, Eileen! Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:49 PM Very kind of you, Gregory. I appreciate being faved! :) She is a special subject to write on...Hugs

Charlie Smith March 7, 2020 at 2:48 PM Wonderful Eileen, nothing warmer than a mothers live... Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:48 PM Thanks, Charlie. It is a special bond...I'm blessed.

Paul Callus March 7, 2020 at 2:33 PM What a lovely tribute to your daughter Shereen, Eileen. I can feel the warmth of your words and the bond between you. Definitely a daughter to be proud of. ~ Hugs // paul Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:47 PM I wish you could meet her. She didn't come with us to Malta, but I've told her how enchanting it is. Maybe one day...She gives me purpose and joy. Honestly, if she's settled and happy...I can be at rest.

Kim Rodrigues March 7, 2020 at 8:32 AM So sweet! Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:46 PM Awwwww....thanks. :)

Mark Koplin March 7, 2020 at 7:48 AM Such a loving piece. Well done. Your love truly shows. Great poem. Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:45 PM Thank you. I think she knows how dear she is to me. :)

Demetrios Trifiatis March 7, 2020 at 4:31 AM Your daughter my beloved Eileen is the best poem you have ever created: Inspired by God and conceived by you! What a marvel! May she blooms for evermore and may you always be delighted with her presence! Hugs xxx Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:43 PM You write as a true philosopher, poet, and friend. Thank you, dear one. I appreciate your lovely visit...and lovely words. God bless you. Filakia

Tom Cunningham March 7, 2020 at 4:28 AM A heavenly gift indeed Eileen, a beautiful tribute to your daughter. Tom Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:42 PM Thanks, Tom. I'm truly grateful for this gift. I know I haven't always been the ideal parent, but her forgiveness, love, and understanding help me to persevere. :)

Line Gauthier March 6, 2020 at 8:26 PM Such a delightful tribute, Eileen. Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:41 PM Thanks, Line. Many of my poems are about my daughter, Shereen. She is the light of my life.

John Watt March 6, 2020 at 5:24 PM Eileen, your words are simply dripping with love for your daughter. It is indeed a parent's dream to paint the sky blue for their child. The dreams you planted when she was very small are bearing wonderful fruits as she grows into her fullest self, with help from her Mother's love. A gem! ~ John Eileen Manassian March 13, 2020 at 2:41 PM I can't tell you how much of a blessing she is to me, John. I only have one child...but I have the world in her. Thanks for dropping by...