Monday, June 9, 2008
To My Child
Chestene's photo courtesy of Smart Parenting MagazineIt is so easy to get lost in doing things that we deem important in day-to-day living. Work most especially, consumes majority of our time and it is really sad to miss out on seemingly negligible things that concern our children, because we are so busy working – beaming smiles, hug attacks, silly games, listening to endless whys, watching cartoons, eating candies and ice cream, playing pretend, reading stories, blowing bubbles… and every single thing that matters to them.
We neglect to share with them the things that make us a part of their world, while we are busy preparing a great future ahead of them.
I believe it is never too early or too late for anything. Please read on and pass this to other parents as well, if you wish. This is something really worth reflecting upon.
Did it bring tears to your eyes? Do share your thoughts.
TO MY CHILD
by Sally Meyer
Just for this morning, I am going to
smile when I see your face and laugh
when I feel like crying.
Just for this morning, I will let you
choose what you want to wear,
and smile and say how perfect it is.
Just for this morning, I am going to
step over the laundry and pick you up
and take you to the park to play.
Just for this morning, I will leave the
dishes in the sink, and let you teach me how to
put that puzzle of yours together.
Just for this afternoon, I will unplug
the telephone and keep the computer off,
and sit with you in the backyard and blow bubbles.
Just for this afternoon, I will not
yell once, not even a tiny grumble when you scream
and whine for the ice cream truck, and I will buy
you one if he comes by.
Just for this afternoon, I won't worry
about what you are going to be when you grow up, or
second guess every decision I have made
where you are concerned.
Just for this afternoon, I will let you
help me bake cookies, and I won't stand over you
trying to fix them.
Just for this afternoon, I will take us
to McDonald's and buy us both a Happy Meal so you can
have both toys.
Just for this evening, I will hold you
in my arms and tell you a story about how you were
born and how much I love you.
Just for this evening, I will let you
splash in the tub and not get angry.
Just for this evening, I will let you
stay up late while we sit on the porch and count
all the stars.
Just for this evening, I will snuggle
beside you for hours, and miss
my favorite TV shows.
Just for this evening when I run my
fingers through your hair as you pray,
I will simply be grateful that God has given me
the greatest gift ever given.
I will think about the mothers and fathers
who are searching for their missing children,
the mothers and fathers who are visiting their children's
graves instead of their bedrooms.
The mothers and fathers who are in hospital rooms
watching their children suffer senselessly and screaming
inside that little body.
And when I kiss you goodnight I will hold
you a little tighter, a little longer.
It is then, that I will thank God for you, and ask Him for
nothing, except one more day…
17 showed some lovin':
Nice photo of your lovely daughter :)
truly indeed our kids are the best gift in our life...the source of our inspiration and strength.
HI KCee,
I too, have read that message a hundred times and everytime I am reminded of my purpose as a "mom" and puts me to my place.
Have a nice "mommy" day and leave your troubles away... =)
PS. Your daughter is so cute...
*weep* So heartwarming. I wished my mom did the same for me...
Hello mommy Kcee,
This is the first time I read this message... It touches every mom's heart.
Wena
its very moving...and your little darling is so cute!
Hi KCee. what a great mom your daughter has. She is indeed lucky. Keep up the great momhood.
ABC Bloglearner at
http://abc-bloglearning.blogspot.com
i like this kcee, thanks for sharing:)
Hi KCee!
I adore how you write about your child and life in general and your positivity is genuine.
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This really brought tears to my eyes.
My own experience had shown me just how much these little things matter, not only to your child, but it is the little things about your children that you miss when you don't have them with you anymore.
You have a beautiful daughter :o)
I just heard this on TV and I think the poem's message is similar. Give your all/best to your child, and not what is left of you.
og how sweet mom you are
and ghow cute your daughter was
have a greatday
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hello my friend just dropping by to say have a great day
Hello friends!
Thank you for dropping by and leaving your lovely comments. It was a pleasure to share this with you. I'm glad we have the same sentiments.
God bless and have a great brand new week ahead! :)
Hi there,
This poem is one that I am the author. My name is Sally Meyer and I wrote it for my son Dhylan. Please email me at Rainmom2000@aol.com or simply do a google search for 'Sally Meyer Poems'
I don't mind you using it at all, but I would like credit for my work.
Sally
Hello Sally,
I received this through forwarded email a long time ago without the author's name. I googled this before posting but I was given different results. I'm glad you found this, now I can give you proper credit. :)
Thank you for this very inspiring poem. Please keep on writing and sharing great masterpieces. We all need the inspiration.
God bless!
KCee
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