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It's a Girl

To many who read my story This may not seem so strange To witness an everyday glory But for me, my life it changed. Not every dad sees the birth Of his brand new child Some don’t appreciate its worth Or perhaps are just too mild. But for me, I stood perplexed To see this miracle occur I could feel every muscle flex As I empathized with her. The breathing, I was supposed to coach As I sat up near her head But as soon as the time approached I went to the other end of the bed. The crowning of the head at first Brought the tears to my eyes New love inside me starting to burst Was a wonderful surprise. A daughter, my wife granted me Upon that fateful day A sight that I was glad to see With my own eyes all the way. Entry in I Saw With My Own Eyes Contest

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 4/1/2012 9:55:00 AM
Beautiful write on witnessing the miracle of life.....you are truly blessed!
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Date: 5/11/2010 8:57:00 PM
Really amazing entry, Joe. I have personally never had kids, and have never physically seen one born, but you captured the moment blissfully. I felt as if I were right there looking over your shoulder. I am sure you are one man who believes in miracles- because this IS a true miracle. Thanks for the wonderful entry, Daddy :)
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Date: 5/11/2010 2:08:00 PM
Joe, that is so nice for you that you saw it as something wonderful. I know a lot of men are repulsed. Some even faint. haha. Great win for you! Luv, Andrea
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Date: 5/11/2010 5:30:00 AM
Congrats Joe on your winning poem in Amy's contest ... its a great story and a truly spectacular event in life ... luv.. from the "Sweetheart"
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Date: 5/4/2010 9:06:00 PM
congratulations on the birth of your baby. what a great poem
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Date: 4/30/2010 7:12:00 PM
Awesome, awesome and awesome!! Congratulations! The miracle of life indeed. Well written poem, Joe. A pleasure to read. Best wishes to you and your little family. Caroline.
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Date: 4/30/2010 8:11:00 AM
What could be more wonderful than this!!??? NOTHING !! A wonderful entry for the contest, Joe...a winning poem indeed !! Love, Carrie
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