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Amazingly, your eyes gleam freshness from heaven. Before you were seen, you were resting in God's heart. Clinging to mine, it cannot cease to overflow. Drawing meaning into life's every crevice, Each given breath you take awakens mine. From the moment I first felt your ripples inside me, God gave me a wink of a new beginning. Hope filled blue painted ceilings and little drawers. In a father's mind, his name would carry on. Joy so grand became our parents' inheritance. Kicks affirmed your livelihood nightly. Laughs and tears were shared in placental connection. Monitors suggested your precious health was well. Nestled in my womb was the safest place for you. Oranges and burger flavors reached new taste buds. Prayerfully, we rested in the unknown outcome. Queasiness came as contractions strengthened. Rushes of adrenaline kept my birthing body vigorous. Surrealism saturated our minds, studying each feature. Thankfulness touched us like your new skin's warmth. Unable to conceive of this mystery, opaque joy flowed. Vast gifts were given, but that of you keeps on giving. Wonders await each new stage we'll embrace. Xerox copies of significance collect in your photo box. Yesterdays accumulate practiced artistic expression. Zealous praises stretch to heaven, for we are blessed. 2/15/2020

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Date: 3/7/2020 2:47:00 PM
Congratulations on your awesome first place win Juliet! xxoo
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Date: 3/3/2020 11:24:00 PM
Back with congrats Juliet..
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Date: 3/3/2020 7:55:00 PM
Beautiful poem of a beloved child, Juliet, congratulations on your win.
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Date: 3/3/2020 5:55:00 PM
Lovely poem, Juliet. Congrats on your top win.
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Date: 2/17/2020 10:27:00 PM
This gorgeous poem is a delightful expression of the joys and wonders of pregnancy and childbirth. Very beautiful, Juliet. Good luck in the contest. :=)
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Juliet Ligon
Date: 2/18/2020 4:41:00 PM
Thanks, Evelyn. Such a precious time.
Date: 2/16/2020 5:49:00 PM
This is so heartwarming Juliet and well written. Your story of birth is enchanting and told so well. My oldest daughter is about to give birth. She has pre-eclampsia and is in the hospital for the duration of six weeks. A healthy baby is all that matters. I am sure this Abecedarian will fly toward the top of the list! Congratulations...no matter how long ago. xxoo
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Juliet Ligon
Date: 2/16/2020 9:55:00 PM
Thanks, Connie. I pray that your daughter has a safe delivery and that your granddaughter is healthy. My firstborn is now 13 and trying to write this brought back the precious memories. New life is so amazing.
Date: 2/16/2020 3:29:00 PM
One of the best I have read...You did this very well..
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Juliet Ligon
Date: 2/16/2020 9:47:00 PM
Thanks, Silent One. That's very kind of you.
Date: 2/16/2020 7:37:00 AM
I enjoy this read...to feel your experience...
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Juliet Ligon
Date: 2/16/2020 2:40:00 PM
Thanks, Arturo. Blessings.
Date: 2/16/2020 2:10:00 AM
Nice poem.. Great entry in the contest Juliet..Good luck..
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Juliet Ligon
Date: 2/16/2020 2:39:00 PM
Thanks, Jenish. This one means a lot to me personally.

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