Motherhood Briefly Summarized
Justin Wainscott, Copyright 2012
For my wife, Anna, on Mother's Day
Anticipation...experienced.
Pain...endured.
Sacrifices...made
Sleep...lost.
Diapers...changed.
Clothes...washed.
Meals...prepared.
Laughter...shared.
Tears...shed.
Medicine...administered.
Band-aids...applied.
Hugs...enjoyed.
Kisses...given.
Worry...felt.
Stories...told.
Truth...taught.
Books...read.
Hymns...sung.
Prayers...offered.
Example...set.
Nurture...provided.
Love...demonstrated.
Joy...known.
Husband...grateful.
Children...blessed.