This child who looks so deeply
And intently into my eyes
Is lent to me for a brief time.
A life spent loving her will never be enough
But I will try
In the time I have
To love and guide her
And set her path.
She will stray
And I will wrong
But I’ll try.
We will grow together
And fall apart together
But we’ll try.
Strength is required and guidance and grace.
I will harness all sources and shower her with God’s gifts.
He will bless her and keep her in His cares when mine fail.
But I’ll try.
(3-3-05)
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