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anam_cara76 Junior Member
since 2007-05-06
Posts 24USA |
Sitting here this morning I watch my children grow. Running and playing, the eldest even mows. I try so hard to be both mom and dad. When I let them down it makes me so sad. The heartbreak in their eyes when I can’t be all they need Tears me up inside, God I feel so empty. But oh when their eyes sparkle with a smile from within, Nothing in the world will compare to that again. I try so hard to be there even when others say too much They didn’t come with instructions, I’m living on a hunch. My arms feel so empty when they aren’t here Screwing this up is my greatest fear. It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done, how could I have known Could it ever really be enough? Raising them alone? Have you ever seen the brightest sunrise? Only if you’ve seen the smile in my daughter’s eyes. My boys are rough and tough, romping as they play. Growing bigger and stronger each and every day. They try to protect me, they think it’s their right If they think someone’s hurt me, they’re all ready to fight. I try to remind them that protecting is for me Just once, try to tell that to a pre-teen! There’s no greater gift for which I could’ve been blessed, I pray I do it right, this work I have in progress. |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
You are a strong woman and I think -- amazing. I love you as you write about your children and enjoy getting to know them a bit through your words. I can't imagine the fear of a parent worrying that they are screwing up ~ but it sounds like you are doing just fine. I love you and thank you for sharing this peek into your life. Alison |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
a life is a work in progress if one doesn't settle to sit still and stop learning and improving this poem shows your strength |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Wonderful...James |
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Drauntz Member Elite
since 2007-03-16
Posts 2905Los Angeles California |
beautiful. full of love. enjoyed |
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