Natural Born Dreamers

"Still Born"

Shh!! Mommy, quiet, quiet she is still sleeping
Shh!! Mommy, quiet, quiet she is off dreaming
Shh!! Mommy, before you wake her: “My baby sister!”

Now look what you have done, you gone and woke her!
Please, mommy do not tell her what you expect and will concur. 
She is silently listening to the unique secret found in every waking minute.   
Making movements, imposing that her dreams come with no limit.

Shh!! Mommy, she is dreaming again,
Waiting for another day to end,
Hasting the way you count every minute before she arrives.

Shh!! Mommy, she is not ready yet.
She told me a secret when I press my ear near your nest.
She is hesitating the moment for you to hear her newborn cries.
She is not ready for you to count her fingers and look into her eyes.
She likes it in your womb where it is nice and warm.
She is in a dream protected by a place where angels swarm.
~
Dear:
Mommy I fell asleep when you sang that beautiful lullaby..
Mommy, mommy, I’m ready to see her: “My baby sister!”
I want to play with her- Is she everything we dreamed of.
~

I’m sorry mommy, I do not understand why you cry!
I was not there when the angels woke her without saying goodbye.
Mommy, why did God call and take her home? 
Mommy, I am still here, please do not feel alone.
 

Shh!! Mommy, do not cry no more.
Mommy, please wipe those tears and show me how to be brave.
Mommy, stop, listen, and feel her smile and wave.
She will always listen, when you visit her grave.

Hi, mommy, why don't you stand by her grave anymore?
Mommy, I see you weep no more.
Mommy is she no longer asleep nor in dreams?
Is she in a better land with no trials and deems?

Mommy, now I see everyone’s heart is clear, and no longer stillborn.
Mommy, now life must go on, and in it, we will always have time to mourn. 
**
One more thing, mommy thank you for holding my hand,
I am just a sibling, who needed time to understand.

by;PD

((for contest))
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Horsman Avatar
April 19, 2020 at 11:59 PM
Wow Linda, Rambling again in my favourites list, and came across, this most powerful of poems,,You are so unique, 'A cut above' I wonder as i write this, here in western Australia, exactly what you are doing at this precise moment, what ever it is, i hope you are happy,,,Not easy with the world in such a dilemma..What ever 'Please Stay Safe' and thanks for being there, for so many like me....
Aleme Avatar
January 9, 2014 at 1:50 PM
I enjoyed reading this. it reminds me of one of my works. 'CRIES OF A MOTHER' i will upload that soon. Kudos dear *hugs*
Gasun Avatar
September 20, 2013 at 5:22 AM
Hi, my everdearest sis! Good morning. I see you online. Good morning! Sending you biggest hugs & kisses. I'm logged in at soup while listening music. More hugs again. Hope you're doing well. lovem4evr, Leonora
Mohammed Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 7:53 PM
This is a heartfelt piece that many can relate to. You really know how to give the readers what they want, that 9 letter word called FANTASTIC!
Callaghan Avatar
April 29, 2013 at 1:02 AM
powerful electricity its a rare gift to project pure emotion, and thank you again.
Honeytip Avatar
March 20, 2013 at 11:31 AM
Linda...I'm with Red on this one, very moving..this is a tough read because I'm a softie...but it is written with such sensitivity and hope for the future. A beautiful piece from a beautifully unique perspective. ........love Ruby xxx
Omara Avatar
March 3, 2013 at 3:36 PM
Wonderfully imagined and very moving, Linda. Sad but beautiful.
Lwele Avatar
January 14, 2013 at 7:20 AM
GREAT WRITE PD.PRECIOUS REMINDER!
Nair Avatar
December 22, 2012 at 2:00 AM
PD , I wish you Merry Christmas and a happy new 2013!! Jag
Lamoureux Avatar
December 21, 2012 at 10:06 PM
This is very powerful, sad and somehow hopeful at the same time. I am moved by your words.
Horsman Avatar
December 18, 2012 at 10:28 AM
Hi PD, here i am enos late, as usually, but what a joy to read this... this is so profound, so heartfelt,, awesome you are...
Goodwin Avatar
December 3, 2012 at 8:40 AM
This is packed with emotion. Amazing piece. You write great Linda; never stop! -- Sean
Fraser Avatar
November 25, 2012 at 6:57 PM
Gee Pd, im just in awe of this work before me, i put myself in the place of the child and can see it all so clearly thru your words, and that one line, she is in a dream protected by a place where angels swarm, i love it, again im in awe, blessings, Carl
Travis Avatar
November 19, 2012 at 8:07 PM
Everything you write is amazing! Your blessed with such a talent! I so enjoy your works and appreciate your comments. Thank you for taking the time. Keep the pen handy, Andrea
Gasun Avatar
November 19, 2012 at 11:59 AM
Hi, sis Linda! Nice to read this again before going to bed. Again, so much thanks for your visit today. Wow! You donated some of their artwork! that's great! I think you're sharing some with me, lol. i love anklets. lol. Well, thanks a lot! Good night my dear sis and friend! love, care & hugs, Leonora
Duncan Avatar
November 6, 2012 at 3:52 AM
great lines you got up there,,,, I would say it's a winner,,, thank you for reading my words ;}
Dodd Avatar
November 5, 2012 at 9:34 PM
This is a very touching piece!
Gasun Avatar
November 4, 2012 at 1:51 AM
Going back again to this excellent piece, I'm pretty sure this is also a perfect one for declamation/speech contests! Great write from my greatest poet of mine! Hmmnnn,,, dramatic monologue and dramatic verse I think are the same...:) Thank you so much for sharing. love sisie-pooh, LG
Eastman Avatar
October 21, 2012 at 12:02 PM
A very touching write... So sad but beautiful from a siblings point of view.
Gasun Avatar
October 17, 2012 at 6:48 PM
My hearty congratulations on your win my dear friend PD! This is outstanding and I'm moved into tears when I read this. love, Leonora
Arowolo Avatar
October 17, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Wonderful and awesome piece,PD..Great job...Congratulations on your 1st place win in this contest......Very innovative...
Self Avatar
October 16, 2012 at 8:13 PM
Dang your on a roll with all these wins! Great job! Tell me your secret so I can win too! Ha! Have a good day!
Brown Avatar
October 16, 2012 at 12:25 PM
Congratulations on your win in the "Unborn Babies Dream" contest P.D...... Love, Carol
Mehta Avatar
October 15, 2012 at 11:47 AM
Many congrats PD on winning the contest, "Unborn babies dream" by Linton. Best wishes - Hitendra Mehta
Guzzi Avatar
October 15, 2012 at 11:06 AM
Linda what can one say except amazing! powerful, emotionally impacting & BIG HUGS [so many of us have lost a child..sigh] Congrad's Light & Love
Guzzi Avatar
October 15, 2012 at 11:06 AM
excellent page layout and the form you choice to present the story was perfect
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