Poem: Smiles and Dreams
My sister and brother-in-law have adopted two beautiful, intelligent, loving and kind girls. I am happy as can be to be their Aunt Sherri, so I wrote this poem for them to welcome to them to our family.
Smiles and Dreams (for M & M)
Though you were not born from her belly
She loves you just the same.
You do not share his bloodline
But he gladly gives you his name.
When you need someone to take your side
They will cast aside all blame.
If you need a hug to lift you up
Their arms will steal your pain.
For all they want to give to you
Is not ever given in vain.
And you give them more than you can know
With just your smiles and your dreams.
Original poem by Sherri Thornhill (written on 05/25/11)
Smiles and Dreams (for M & M)
Though you were not born from her belly
She loves you just the same.
You do not share his bloodline
But he gladly gives you his name.
When you need someone to take your side
They will cast aside all blame.
If you need a hug to lift you up
Their arms will steal your pain.
For all they want to give to you
Is not ever given in vain.
And you give them more than you can know
With just your smiles and your dreams.
Original poem by Sherri Thornhill (written on 05/25/11)
Published by Sherri Thornhill
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14 Comments
Post a CommentI love this poem!
Congratulations to all in this loving family - I'm certain that the new members of the family will be well loved and will give the same in return! rcj
Nice poem!!! :D
good one, Sherri!
I have six adopted nieces and nephews. I really liked this.
Very nice Sherri.
I really like this..:) Thank you, Sherri!
Very nice poem Sherri!
Very nice :)
Wonderful news! Congratulations, Auntie!