So, here we are…Poem #10! Not bad in 15 days if I may say so myself! This is a special poem at that! In a little less than two months, my baby sister is going to be the “Mother of the Groom” as she watches her middle son get married. From experience, I know there are many emotions that go along with having your child become someone’s spouse; thus the title: Many Shades of Happy. This one is for Barbie.
“For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. Genesis 2:24 (NASV)
Many Shades of Happy
You carried him snuggled near your heart
and your heart is where he’ll stay.
Hockey falls and football scares
from the stands you’ve had to pray.
Middle child through and through
with an irresistible grin.
All grown up; teaching school
and coaching for the win!
Now here you are: Mother of the groom
wondering where time has gone.
He’s planning life with someone new
while you watch him move on.
You’ve done your job so very well;
look on with cherished pride.
Your family’s growing larger,
making room for his sweet bride.
It’s a time for many shades of happy
and maybe a few momma’s tears.
Yes, in your heart he’s staying,
just adding more love to last through the years.
Ahhhh, Cindy. So beautiful. I’m not there yet. Not ready to be there with my boys. I can imagine there are many shades of happy as a mama watches her son take hold of manhood through marriage. Your words are poignant and moved me. Well done. 🙂
Oh Jeanne, you hope and pray for God to send someone to love your child and yet you’re never quite ready for them to let go of your hand and reach for someone else’s. Life, life, life! Enjoy this time with your boys! As I’m sure you know, time moves so quickly! Thank you for taking your time to come and comment. It means so much to me, Cindy
How beautiful Cindy!! ?
Thank you my friend!