Monday, May 14, 2012

Mother's Day Poem

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.