A New Rosebud


Like a little rosebud growing 
Oh, the sparkle, in those eyes
Fills my heart with loving wonder
As I watch her in surprise

For each day she learns and brings me
Special things for just us two
Oh, I ache to hold these moments
Treasured memories all life through

Tiny booties, that she kicked off
Have progressed to dancing shoes
Groups of words now come in torrents
Where there once was only coos

And, that first time that she hugged me
I must admit, I shed a tear
I shall love, I know, forever
I shall always want her near

I would give my life, so gladly
To relieve her of some pain
And, I do such foolish antics
Just that impish laugh to gain

When her blue eyes smile in wonder
My heart melts in deepest love
And I know that God has sent her
From His loving heart above

Bless her, God. I make this promise
Never to her heart I'll bring
Anything that's hurtful, harmful,
Or requires her suffering

This world has miseries all its own.
But God, please help me be
The selfless, loving, tender mother
She will always, always, need.

© by Joan Clifton Costner