Tribute To a Child

You are optimistic, refreshed, and you bring this to the world.
Having been closer to God more recently than the rest of us.
We recognize your power, seeing heaven in your eyes.
Your joy spills over and saturates us, making us want to do better.

Your laughter is a balm that fixes hearts and changes minds.
We need you in this world, even though we did not know it until now.
You were sent as an emissary, an angel, a muse in many ways.
We cannot imagine life without you now.

We hope that you never lose your spark, your power to uplift.
You were sent here to change the world, and so far you have.
God knew what He was doing when He gave you to us.
We will do our best, to keep you enthusiastic and on His path.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Kiser Avatar
August 12, 2022 at 11:41 AM
Beautiful appreciation for this little one.
Krutsinger Avatar
August 12, 2022 at 1:25 PM
I believe the little children have more of our answers.
Hankins Avatar
August 12, 2022 at 9:26 AM
What a wonderful tribute to a child...to all children! Very nice, Caren.
Krutsinger Avatar
August 12, 2022 at 1:25 PM
Thank you Hank; I am lead by children daily.
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