Hush, Little One

Sleep, my son,  
hush, hush, little one.  
Your father's heart hums for you,  
your mother's heart longs for you.

It’s eventide;  
darkness wraps the world in black velvet,  
yet the moon shines gloriously,  
and the stars weave a lullaby,  
all for you, my son.

I cherish you, boy.  
Your worth surpasses the rarest emeralds;  
your laughter stitches my frail soul,  
and your sleeping face undoes me.

You and I—  
we are of the same essence,  
the same murmured wish to the heavens.  
You are the yearning of my old soul,  
the answer to dreams whispered in silence.  
And I love you—  
beyond what any words can say.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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bard Avatar
March 12, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Njumbi Avatar
March 12, 2026 at 11:08 PM
What is more beautiful than love? I'm grateful for the sweet words.
bard Avatar
March 12, 2026 at 3:51 PM
beautifully expressed Love the most important word the heart can express. Imagine the world if we could revert to the tenth commandment Love thy neighbour Blessings Douglas
Daniels Avatar
March 10, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Beautiful poem, Dominic. Filled with tenderness. This line is an important reminder. Sending blessings to Kenya from South Africa. We are One. X.
Njumbi Avatar
March 11, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Thanks. Indeed, we are one.
Bondarenko Avatar
March 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
What a soothing work. You've got real skill, Dominic!
Njumbi Avatar
March 11, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Thanks for the kind words.
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