Bedtime stories, lingering hugs, tiny puckered kisses
Can’t we stay up a little longer? they ask
Lights out, one by one
Stillness embraces the home
Quiet, Comforting, Secure
Husband sleeps peacefully nearby
A best friend, a soul companion
Sweet reflection of the day
A clear visualization
of each daughter soundly asleep at that moment
Curled bodies, deep breaths,
dreamy minds, innocent hearts
Each is protected. Whole.
Contentment and gratefulness
envelopes the mother’s soul
A prayer that each night offers the same promise
of completeness
of safety
of hope
Eyes become heavy
as the busy day’s activities take hold
The heart swells
and the mind takes refuge in the overwhelming
feeling of bliss
Melissa Shields, 2001
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