The Best Smile Ever

Newborns don’t smile, unless it’s from gas.
They haven’t quite figured things out;
But one day when just the right time comes to pass,
They grasp what their world is about.

Those faces all grinning and cooing and such
Are people delighted they’re here.
Their rattles and jiggles and warm hugging touch
Make that fact undeniably clear.

So the babies reward us – they give us a smile
And watch as we melt and we glow.
That’s a sure way to know we’ll be here for a while,
For we might miss a grin if we go.

Those bundles of joy seem to rapidly learn
And they’re really amazingly clever
For they know our devotion they’re certain to earn
Just by flashing the greatest smile ever!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Johnson Avatar
December 23, 2013 at 5:12 PM
I think the joy from a little baby is the purest on this earth. Come to think of it, it's not just maybe, That's why God starts at birth. Peace. :)
Merryman Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 10:18 PM
Great write, Ilene! I can so relate to this. My first grandbaby was born in July and I go to spend a lot of time with her Thanksgiving week. I could watch her smile all day long! Enjoyed your poem. Love, Kim
Lamoureux Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 7:11 AM
What a delightful piece. This put a smile on my face. I'm sure you were a beautiful baby.
Cavanaugh Avatar
December 12, 2013 at 10:13 PM
I love these poems inspired by your new grandchild. I know that you are having so much fun now. And the inspiration will just grow from here. I can keep up with the progress just by reading your poems. Great poem.
Andresen Avatar
December 12, 2013 at 7:09 PM
- So true and cute, Ilene ! :) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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