My Middle Child

Oh middle child, dear son of mine
You've always let the others shine
And through the years you stood aside
---I want to say I've noticed you  

Your sister charm, of course, we knew...
your brother's gifts were bountiful
But as a child, your words were few
---I want to say I've noticed you

When people cheered, and guitars were played
or siblings sang upon the stage
You cheered them on and praised their way
---I want to say I've noticed you

With wit and charm, your heart of gold
You melted hearts, with kindness shown
You've been there as a generous friend
---A brother/friend until the end

I love you all, ..of course I do
My children, all, each one of you
My quiet child, you're still the same
---You let the others have the fame

As parents now, all three of you
Your families shine, just like you do
You teach them well and love in ways
---So proud I am, my words can't say

My middle child, I hope you know
You've always been the one to sow
Such love to all you've ever known
---I want to say I've noticed you........


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Nehls Avatar
July 19, 2014 at 9:15 PM
Wow, Carrie. This is such a well crafted poem that say so much about you and your children, especially the middle child that held the balance. What a beautiful tribute. this one goes in my Faves. Thank for sharing.... Robert.
Brown Avatar
October 24, 2011 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations on your win in Paula's contest Carrie. Love, Carol
Susan Avatar
October 24, 2011 at 9:26 AM
a beautiful poem - so heartfelt and touching. LOVE it! congratulations on your win :)
Sweetheart Avatar
October 21, 2011 at 1:40 PM
Congrats Carrie on a second place win with this excellent entry of awesome poetry luv..oh so great to be back on PS.. hope u are feeling this way as well ... u are an integral part of this community my friend..luv..
Quigley Avatar
October 21, 2011 at 11:44 AM
Wow Carrie. This one should come with a box of kleenex. I loved the emotion. I would be sooo proud if I were that middle child. Congratulations on your win.
Poet Avatar
February 8, 2011 at 3:53 AM
Very true words you have penned here.I am too a middle child.
Skyles-Theoklapoet Avatar
November 15, 2010 at 2:27 PM
This was just beautiful Carrie I to am a middle child and with this one you deserved a great win.Thanks for sharing.Teresa
Brown Avatar
November 15, 2010 at 9:56 AM
Congratulations on your win Carrie in Linda-Marie's contest "One in a Million". Love, Carol
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November 14, 2010 at 8:25 AM
Maybe there is a common thread among "middle" children. My brother is the best of us and he was in the middle too. I hope you showed your son this poem; surely he knows his kind spirit has been noticed. Congratulations on your win! Love, Carolyn
Taylor Avatar
November 11, 2010 at 11:08 AM
Congrats, Carrie. Excellent entry. Nice going. Ralph
Mehta Avatar
November 10, 2010 at 11:24 PM
Carrie...congrats on well deserved win ......... Luv/best wishes.....Hitendra Mehta
Mannan Avatar
November 10, 2010 at 9:02 PM
A beautiful dedication to your son Carrie. Many congratulations for this win.
Mehta Avatar
November 10, 2010 at 5:23 AM
Congratulations on this well deserved win, Carrie
Johnson Avatar
November 9, 2010 at 7:25 PM
His gift is great even though he is not in the spotlight. This is lovely and heartfelt. Congratulations Carrie. Love, Joyce
Freeman Avatar
November 9, 2010 at 5:31 PM
Beautiful job Carrie, beautiful son abasing himself to let other have the glory. Makes tears come to my eyes to see this unselfish love he had for is siblings. Congratulations on your success in the top ten sinner circle. Agape, Moses
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November 9, 2010 at 4:56 PM
Congratulations on your win in Linda's Contest, Carrie! Beautiful tribute to your middle child! Love, Audrey
Sweetheart Avatar
November 9, 2010 at 3:54 PM
Congrats Carrie on your success in my One in a Million contest with this fabulous write on the middle child... amazing piece to read.. enjoy ..and appreciate your constant support of my contest endeavors.. with luv..
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January 17, 2010 at 4:57 PM
well isn't this one just making the ole goose bumps ripple, Carrie! Very beautiful and loving.
Johnson Avatar
January 16, 2010 at 4:17 PM
This is lovely and touching and very well worthy of winning. I like it lots. Love, Joyce
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January 14, 2010 at 8:10 AM
Congratulations Carrie, on your success in Raul Moreno’s “Unspoken Words” contest with your poem about the middle child. It seems so often that they don't feel quite as loved as the others for some reason. It seems like yours was a quiet and caring child. It is great that you wrote this poem for your children. It's easy to see why you are in the winner's circle. Your poetic skills excel. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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January 13, 2010 at 7:34 PM
Carrie, so sorry I didn't see this until now. I really like it. and it can be so true of a middle child. I have a sister in the middle who never gets noticed much and as the oldest, I so appreciate the way she is my biggest fan for poetry. This had great rhythm and a great sentiment. Congrats. Andrea
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January 10, 2010 at 10:46 PM
This actually brought tears to my eyes. You have a way of reaching in and touching ones heart. Congratulations on your win , Carrie and congratulations on bringing such a beautiful child into this world. We need more like him. Love, lainie
Skyles-Theoklapoet Avatar
January 8, 2010 at 2:52 PM
OMG terrific read.I to am a middle child I really enjoyed this one.Teresa
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September 28, 2009 at 1:22 PM
This is a wonderful poem to your middle child, i had a lump in my throat with this one carrie, wonderfully written, thankyou so much for your comments on my poem, bless you. xx
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September 16, 2009 at 8:20 PM
God bless you for paying tribute to your "middle child," who has been so supportive of his talented siblings. He has special gifts of his own and I'm so glad you recognized him in this beautiful poem! Love, Carolyn
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