Changed Forever
She can’t walk
talk
sit up
or stand.
Can’t wave bye bye
or say my name
But, she has changed me
for the better.
I love stronger
look deeper
sleep less
and pray longer.
I know what I am made of
and know whom I serve.
I smile at the little things
and cry with each advance.
I know what I don’t know
and see now what I haven’t before.
I need help now
and ask for it.
I am changed forever.
She can’t feed herself
or crawl.
Hates the bath
but loves to swim.
She’ll change your outlook with the flash of her smile.
She can pull her glasses off
but can barely hold her own pacifier.
She’s ticklish under her chin
and giggles when we drive over speed bumps.
She has taught me to slow down,
to enjoy the quiet a little more,
to listen to the silence,
and to choose the best option.
My arms are stronger
my knees are weaker.
My back feels broken as well as my heart.
I worry that she isn’t happy enough,
healthy enough,
strong enough,
and smart enough.
Her motivation inspires me
to keep working one more day.
She has changed me forever!
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Can i just say I LOVE this!!! Absolutely wonderful!
That is so Beautiful Valerie!!
My baby girl and her two baby girls…. Love you for seeing life’s ups and downs through God’s ALL-Wise eyes!!!
Valerie, this is absolutely beautiful. I am weeping with you!
Valerie, where did you learn to write so beautifully? My eyes are brimming with tears and my heart is full. You really ought to think seriously about compiling all your work and publishing an inspirational book to help others. You are just too talented to keep it all to yourself, your family and friends. Uncle Herb and I send our love as always.
Sums it up wonderfully. Thanks for sharing