A Poem

By Kathy Streng, Fenton, Michigan

 

My Beautiful Baby Boy

You came to me on a cold winters day

a new life to bring joy to my own

The excitement I felt, the warmth in my heart

a greater love could never be known

I anxiously waited for your welcomed arrival

the new adventures, warm touches and proud smiles

But little did I know the true reality of what

was ahead in the long winding miles

They said you were special and had special needs

unique care for you was a must

My heart became heavy, my doubts took control

I felt alone with no one to trust

"Follow our guidance, follow our words

they will lead to a strong healthy son"

These words of direction were all that I had

for our journey that had only begun

Dealing with the unknown was the greatest battle of all

My thoughts became lost in the fear

What if this..…What if that…..could I ever really know

Would this confusion ever become clear

But as each day ended and a new began

confidence took over my doubts

My heartache slowly lightened, my trust became stronger

I better understood what this was all about

What you don't know they say won't hurt you

well in this case that couldn't be more untrue

For had I not been told, had I not learned the truth

I would never have known the real you

My plea for answers, my need for proof

lessened as time quickly passed by

For the most comforting proof I could ever receive

was blossoming before my very eyes

The first time you walked, the first time you talked

each milestone I've shared with such joy

You've brought me such happiness, you've taught me such strength

"I love you" my beautiful baby boy!!

 

Last update: 10/99
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