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Poet deVine

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since 1999-05-26

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Hurricane Alley

0 posted 2003-09-10 08:46 PM

This was written for a friend of mine who stays home and cares for his 2 year old son Trevor, while his wife works.

I hung up the cell phone and waited
But the old jealousy wasn’t there
An old college buddy just called up
To brag about his house in Belair

A new Porsche in his garage
His second wife, a model no less
And he had howled at the story
Of my life, he named it ‘Mr. Mess!’

It’s true I’m not a wealthy man
In gold or cash or things
My wife doesn’t wear Armani
And only wears her wedding rings

But as I sit here in the garden
My blessings too many to name
Would I want to give this up?
To play the old corporate game?

My two year old is running now
Chasing his Labrador Retrievers
Who love the game the toddler plays
They’ve become good deceivers

His laughter floats in the breeze
As he looks back to see me
I wave and smile and he runs again
Shouting with innocent glee

My life is filled with Spaghetti O’s
And drinks and potty training
From morning til dusk, I am daddy
Trust me, I’m not complaining!

I chose to become a Mr. Mom
And the joys have been profound
Morning sleepy hugs and kisses
From the sweetest two year old around

The dogs come to sit by my side
They know it’s time for a rest
With my son in my arms, I head inside
Knowing my life is truly blessed!

vlraynes
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since 2000-07-25

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Somewhere... out there...

1 posted 2003-09-10 08:54 PM

Oh my...Sharon...this is priceless.
You put, not only your friend's heart into
this piece, but your own heart as well.
So absolutely beautiful. Thank you for
sharing this with us.
Hugs,
~Vicky
If you judge people, you have no time to love them.
--Mother Teresa

Nightshade

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since 2001-08-31

Posts 13962
just out of reach

2 posted 2003-09-10 09:18 PM

Sharon, I happen to know someone who is a "Mr. Mom" as well, and I am going to send this to him. This is simply grand. hugs to you, Chris

"Hope" is the thing with feathers
That perches in the soul ~
Emily Dickinson

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

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California

3 posted 2003-09-10 10:56 PM

Sharon...Love is what is happening, no matter what the gender. Loved this!

angelblueyes
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since 2003-07-19

Posts 2148
Oklahoma

4 posted 2003-09-10 10:59 PM

Sharo, this is full of such love from you heart and theirs.
Crystal

Earth Angel
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since 2002-08-27

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Realms of Light

5 posted 2003-09-11 12:52 PM

What a treasure this poem is for your friend--and for his son. He will really appreciate this when he gets older.

You are a special kind of friend to have, Dear deVine One!

EA

Paul Wilson

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since 2002-07-07

Posts 4711
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6 posted 2003-09-11 01:48 AM

Sharron...A treasure he will keep for all time I'm sure. Enjoyed...Paul

"To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you"

[This message has been edited by Paul Wilson (09-11-2003 01:49 AM).]

KristieSue

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since 2003-01-31

Posts 1460
PA, US

7 posted 2003-09-11 09:29 AM

so sweet...I love Mr. Mom's!

Failure isn't failure if a lesson from it is learned ~ KS

Sunshine

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Listening to every heart

8 posted 2003-09-11 09:51 AM

I've missed you, Sharon. It's good to see those who have their priorities in order. Instead of complaining he doesn't have a job, he's making the most of his own creation.

God Bless.

EvocativeVerse2
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since 2003-09-10

Posts 1279

9 posted 2003-09-11 10:27 AM

Loved it Poet deVine. It is a great read. Thanks for sharing it.

suthern

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since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

10 posted 2003-09-12 12:30 PM

How very beautiful. *S* They'll treasure this. *S*

kaile

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since 2000-02-06

Posts 5146
singapore

11 posted 2003-09-14 12:24 PM

hmmm, i assumed initially that people in Western countries would be more tolerant of house husbands....thanks for sharing

MorninGlory
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since 2003-08-30

Posts 175
Oklahoma

12 posted 2003-09-14 01:10 AM

It is commendable that men can now be Mr. Mom - the sentiment here is beautiful, his love for his son leaps off the page, and I admire him for keeping a good eye on his priorities! Wish more could do that. Wonderful write.

~ becky

littlewing
Member Rara Avis

since 2003-03-02

Posts 9655
New York

13 posted 2003-09-14 08:37 AM

Sharon,
he is an amazing man
and you, beautiful heart for writing so
I wouldnt have given it up for
anything either . . .
*smiling*
xxoo

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