Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Promises to a Newborn Daughter

Sleep now my little one, sleep curled
in comfort dreaming while I promise
to always see you as you are rather
than who I might wish you to be.

I promise to show you the pleasure
of keeping a home and family-
and the pleasures of life outside the home-
friends, travel, sports and studies.

I promise that you will grow
in safety and comfort and that I will
share your tears, accept your defeats,
and rejoice in your triumphs.

SuzAnne C. Cole

(This is from a book that my mother-in-law gave me for Christmas.  It is one of my favorite books I've ever owned. Thank you, Karen!)

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