"to watch you grow" (for my Ian @ 5 mos.)

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coyote
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since 2001-03-17

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0 posted 2002-12-02 08:41 PM

each morning
you give
so freely
that little smile
which is
so truly
a part of you

already
you know me
and especially
you know
your mamma

at her breast
you look so
"cherubesque"

I wish this world
that seems so new
could know the peace
I see in you

resting
in her arms

I pray
for grace
my blood to flow
that I might live
to watch you grow

[This message has been edited by coyote (12-03-2002 05:49 PM).]

Joyce Johnson

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since 2001-03-10

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1 posted 2002-12-02 10:43 PM

A loving poem for a new baby. How precious they are. Joyce

Marge Tindal

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2 posted 2002-12-03 09:47 AM

Coyote~
Such loving feelings you've expressed~
Gave me a nice read this morning~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
noles1@totcon.com

Midnitesun

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since 2001-05-18

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Gaia

3 posted 2002-12-03 02:07 PM

Coyote speaks the truth. I wish you long life and peace, and the chance to watch your precious babe grow. My own child is now 15, and I have enjoyed each season that I've been allowed to share with her.
Thanks for a beautiful addition to my library.

[This message has been edited by Midnitesun (12-03-2002 02:08 PM).]

vlraynes
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Somewhere... out there...

4 posted 2002-12-03 04:01 PM

coyote~
I enjoyed these lovely and loving thoughts.
Nicely penned.
~Vicky
"...until you have read the verse on his heart,
you have not truly met the poet.
~vlraynes

coyote
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since 2001-03-17

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5 posted 2002-12-03 05:47 PM

Thanks so much for reading everybody.

I am 50, she is 44.

His name is Ian, which means "God's gracious gift".

My fear is that I won't be here for him.
(I'll be 68 when he graduates high school)

But just like him, every day is a blessing, each smile is a precious gift, and the moments are to be cherished one at a time.

yours,
coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

Trillium

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since 2001-03-09

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Idaho, USA

6 posted 2002-12-04 01:07 AM

coyote: It's refreshing to read a father's feelings about his new baby. Thanks for sharing with us!

Betty Lou Hebert

coyote
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7 posted 2002-12-05 06:36 PM

Thanks Betty Lou,

HE'S ON MY LAP RIGHT NOW THROWING A FIT!!

and I'm loving every minute of it, really.

coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

Yu Lan
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8 posted 2002-12-06 06:17 PM

"cherubesque" - Oh that's such a perfect image!!

You made me smile so mcuh with this.. I love children ESPECIALLY their giggles.. ^^

And your last stanza is so beautiful..

"I pray
for grace
my blood to flow
that I might live
to watch you grow"
... I'm sure you will be, 50 is not so old!!

Love, Lynne

It's nice to share - kiss someone when you have a cold.

Magicmystery
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since 2002-02-13

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Windsor, Ontario, Canada

9 posted 2002-12-06 06:42 PM

Beautiful Poem. I share your sentiment. My son's name is Sean which also means God's precious gift.... he is 12 now and I can still remember the day I gave birth to him.... vividly. You are so right, I cherish each day I have with him and he certainly has been a gift from above for me. I know how scary it can be to worry about how the world seems to be going to hell in a handbasket, and wonder what danger each new day might bring. I am 37, and will be 43 when he graduates high school. That does not mean I worry any less about whether I will be there or not. You could live to 101 and I could be gone tomorrow. You must take each day as God gives it to you just like the child He found fit to place in your care. Love God, Cherish your family and enjoy life.

Wishing you all the blessings of this wonderful season for you and your family.

Sherry

Cherish the good memories of the past and look forward to the adventure called Tomorrow. But above all... be kind to yourself today.

coyote
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10 posted 2002-12-06 08:43 PM

Thanks Lynne,
I think at some point all babies resemble the cherubs depicted in Renaissance art, for angels they were, and so shall they be, angels again.

Thanks too Sherry,
"And whosoever shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me."
Matt.18,v.5

God Bless,
coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

Dark Angel
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11 posted 2002-12-06 11:07 PM

I wish this world
that seems so new
could know the peace
I see in you

This is really beautiful m'friend.

Congratulations and give little Ian a kiss for me ok

Maree.

coyote
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12 posted 2002-12-07 12:29 PM

Thanks Maree,

And kissed he is, for you.

ttyl
coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

2dalimit
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since 2000-02-08

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Mississippi coast

13 posted 2002-12-07 07:04 AM

Something to be proud of.

…They say that man is mighty,
he rules the land and sea.
He wields the mighty scepter
over lesser powers that be.
But a mightier, a stronger man
from his throne has hurled.
For the hand that rocks the cradle
is the hand that rules the world… {Author unknown to me}

Take care,
Melton

coyote
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14 posted 2002-12-07 09:50 AM

Thanks Pardner,
Very true words, Melton.

Some "words of wisdom" from the King:

"There comes a time,
when jewels cease to sparkle,
gold loses its luster,
the throne room
becomes a prison,
and all that is left,
is a father's love
for his child."

"Max von Sydow in a line from Conan the Barbarian"

coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

Denise

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15 posted 2002-12-07 10:40 AM

This is precious and tender, Coyote! May you live to see your children's children and beyond!

[This message has been edited by Denise (12-07-2002 10:41 AM).]

midnightblues
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Singapore

16 posted 2002-12-07 11:07 AM

Dearest coyote,

This is so sweet! I love the tenderness that come from your dear poem *_*

love
Michelle

If there cannot be equal in affection, then let the one with more be me - midnightblues™

Martie

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17 posted 2002-12-07 12:06 PM

Coyote

My baby is 34 and he has a baby of his own...the cycles of life are so wonderful when repeated in a grandchild. Your poem of tenderness touched me.

coyote
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since 2001-03-17

Posts 1077

18 posted 2002-12-08 09:42 PM

Thank You Denise, Michelle and Martie.

Ian gives each of you one of his little smiles,
and Deanna and I wish you all the best this holiday season.

Your Friend,
coyote

"The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none."
Thomas Carlyle

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