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Soft

“You showed her your love by bringing her into the world, now show it again, by softly walking away.“ ~~The Poet~~

I wonder who is holding her soft hand. 
I wonder will she ever understand.
Why it isn’t me braiding her hair with a soft touch.
Will she ever know that I love her so much?
As a newborn so soft and warm, it broke my heart,
To know that I must give her up, and then depart.
I wonder who is cooking her favorite meals.
Playing dress ups, watching her stumble in their heels.
I wonder who has loved her all these years.
Softly held her and dispelled all her fears.
Who is it that tucks her in softly at night?
Tells her stories that bring her so much delight.
I wonder if they cried on her first day at school.
Who taught her to swim in their back yard pool,
And dried her with the softest of towels.
Who gives her piggy- back rides because they are pals.
I wonder who hugs her softly and tells her of their love.
And who teaches her about our Lord above.
My heart breaks softly, and I swear to stay out of sight.
My love is soft and true, I know I don’t have the right.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Goldsmith Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 11:26 AM
Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! I loved reading your wonderful "Soft" Rhyme write. Love the fun picture. FAV for me... Have a great day with your wonderful win..................
Volumes Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 12:22 PM
Thank you so much sweet Paila.
La France Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 11:22 AM
Speaks, such a sad write, beautifully penned, congratulations on your win in my contest, hugs, Constance
Volumes Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 12:20 PM
I promise to write a happy one for your next contest Constance. Thank you for your dedication to these contests. I realize they must take up valuable time that could be spent entering contests yourself. It certainly is appreciated.
Guptar Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 8:07 AM
Congratulations on your top placement in this contest with an emotive write. Parental care never ends despite children grown up and settled on their own. This is a continuous process with grown up children taking care of their kids in turn. A personal experience!
Volumes Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 12:21 PM
Thank you for your lovely comment. Best wishes from SV
Narain Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 9:36 AM
Nice poem on seeing kids grow up and move on. The love you implant always stays with them.
Volumes Avatar
February 28, 2024 at 9:52 AM
Yes the love of a parent in most cases is everlasting and unconditional. Thanks for taking the time to read and comment Jay.
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