I called you out of the darkness
a soul who became my child.
I don't recall the moment in time
or sleep or daydreams . . .
but I know deep down I did
and now you are here
a soul in body tangible
with cells and genes much
like my own.
I did not know the form
you would take
or how I would feel when I
looked into your shining eyes
that first moment
and all the moments to come
in our lives together
but I want you to know
today and forever
that your life was not a mistake
nor a wanton windblown excuse
You are all I asked for
you have shown me who I am
so many times and helped me face
my truth, my strengths, my weakness,
my sorrows and my joys.
You have grown through
all your pains and asked me
"Why was I born ?"
as you struggled
for your human heart.
But I know . . . yes, I know.
You are my promise, my blessing.
You were born to be my Child
and I was born to love you.
Joanne Cucinello 2010
A poignant tribute to the bond between parent and child.
ReplyDeleteThank you 'nothingprofound'.
ReplyDeleteI have five children and at some point or other, especially through their teenage years, I believed they needed these affirmations . . . as all teenagers especially do. Although they're well on their own now, some married with their own children . . . I'll always be reminding them . . . Yes, you are mine.
Hi, I just stumbled upon your blog today and love it so far. This is a beautiful tribute to the parent/child relationship. My oldest just turned 12 this past week and I have been remembering a great deal of how and why she was brought into this world. What a beautiful reflection.
ReplyDeleteHi Just Me,
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased my poem had meaning for you . . . so glad you could relate to it. The years fly by so quickly . . . it's important to reflect on the relationships that are so precious. Thank you!
Joanne
ps . . . I'm off to visit your blog!