A Toddler's Sunrise
You started your journey in the hushed, dark night of my womb.
I lovingly rocked you through the dawn,
That gentle time of lullabies and bassinets.
Oh, but just look at you now--
On the move with the rising sun!
You burst into this space between baby and child
With your sippy cups and big ideas,
An unstoppable force on wobbly legs,
Determined to climb up to the full, bright light of childhood
Where you just can't wait to shine.
Shine, Little One, shine!
But when you need a moment's rest,
I'll be waiting for you in the dawn.
Snuggle in my arms,
Still, forever, my baby.
Published by Madeline
Bonjour! I am a busy wife, Mommy, and high school French teacher. I also dabble in writing articles, stories, crafts, and poetry for children's magazines. Mostly, I enjoy writing about the things in my li... View profile
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11 Comments
Post a CommentSuch a beautiful poem. Loved it!
Absolutely beautiful!
Beautiful !
This is such a beautiful poem! I'll have to save it to share with my littlest one once she reaches her toddler years-hopefully not too soon! Thanks for sharing.
SOOOOOOOOOO lovely!
You caught the spirit of a toddler's energy, the rising sun and the love of a mother. Nice!
Aww, so beautiful! :-)
Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing such a lovely poem.
Oh, this is lovely!
very beautiful,thanks for sharing this.