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For my daughter Angela. I will always treasure images such as these. You were truly the greatest gift God ever gave me. I love you now and always will. Mom









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Just now I saw the sadness creep across your face,
There in the corner of your eye,
Hanging like a diadem a prism of the soul,
Was proof you were upset,
And I wanted so desperately to touch your hand,
To wipe that tear forever,
From the beauty of your piercing eyes,
But still afraid I cowered and held back.

Just now I saw the tightening of your jaw,
There for me to observe as if through second sight,
Your disappointment stretched across your brow,
Silence hung like heavy air.
And I wanted so much to hold you once again,
Bring you close and comfort,
See sunlight return and make you whole.
But still you are proud, so I kept reading.

Just now I saw you sleeping on your pillow,
Lost in dreams and make believe,
Chasing butterflies and climbing mountains,
Warm, surrounded by your favorite toys.
And I wanted with a yearning to hold tomorrow back,
To have you stay a child forever,
Here lost in God's innocence,
But I know time works against me.











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