Born To Me This Christmas Day

My son of perfect innocence
my little dove on wings
together we’ll be facing
many unknown things

This day I honor and welcome
you sweet tender child of mine
already tugging at my heartstrings
together we’ll surely shine

Incredible warmth as you find my
breast replacing your new born cry
as you inhale your first life’s
breath I gaze into your eyes

No longer silent strangers
into this life you’re hurled
my brave new companion
welcome to our world

Your flaws are few if any
this I clearly see
I’m humbled that you chose me
I will never ask ‘why me?’

Any lingering doubt is
of no consequence to me
as you scan my face for
recognition and voice
your instant glee

There’ll be up’s and down’s a
plenty this I promise you
I’ll kiss away your tears
until your sadness is subdued

When come the day you’ll blaze your
trail I’ll know that we must part
the arrival of your newfound love
she’s sure to break my heart

How can I possibly think of that now?
look at this bundle of joy
you my gift from god above
my first born baby boy…

    Christine E. Wessels
        03/10/2007