THE FIRST TIME I KNEW

A dedication poem.

THE FIRST TIME I KNEW

Each day was different and unique,

From the moment I first knew and anticipated

Meeting you for the first time.

I would not see you for several months,

I didn't know your name, I'd never spoken to you,

Heard you laugh or seen your face.

I didn't know what to expect from you nor what

Your expectations and requirements would be of me.

I'd never done this before...but neither had you.

Although this journey had been taken by many others,

It was the first for me and the first for you.

I was frightened beyond belief...were you?

The moment you took your first breath

Began a lifetime of firsts for us both.

The first time your perfect hands touched my face...

The first time I brought your rosebud lips to my breast

To take nourishment from the inside of my body...

The rush of mother's milk...my own smile from your mouth.

The first time you hugged me back and made me cry.

But the first time I heard you say, "I love you Mommy,"

Was the first time I was so happy I cried, and it

Was the first time I knew....why I had been born!

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Dedicated to my son Rodney and my daughter Tammy

I love you to the moon and back,

Mommy

Reviews

[Betty Hermelee]

You speak of the pregnancies of your children, the nourishment and tenderness before they were born; and then after... all the hugs, smiles, giggles, and finally the "I love you mommy" which when you hear this from your children for the first time, mommy's just want to melt with joy. In the first part of your poem i was thinking about a romantic interlude for the first time, but then at the end I realized this was totally different. very well written dear Sharon.
Best, B
Best, Betty

[Miss Sharon]

My sweet friend, you have blessed me with your beautiful words! Thank you ever so much. ~Sharon

[Betty Hermelee]

You’re very welcome dear Sharon😊

[jacob erin-cilberto]

This is so moving...I have not experienced the parent/child connection but have imagined it often.
j.

[Miss Sharon]

Thanks so much Jacob for your beautiful comments on this write. I so much appreciate you my friend. ~Sharon

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Sharon, this beautiful poem made me cry because I understood and felt every word and thought you penned. It is a wonderful tribute to your children and tells me what a fabulous and caring mother you have been. Loved it my friend.

Chris

[Miss Sharon]

Awww! Your words have touched my heart sweet friend! Thank you. ~Sharon

[John the Baptist]

Childbirth is an ordeal for both mother and baby. Countless numbers have not survived it. But this offering gives an idea of what a miracle it is, what a confirmation that Life still finds value in coming to this place.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you very much my friend for a very nice review! I read a nice quote about childbirth once..."Childbirth is proof that God thinks the world should go on." ~Sharon