2/23 baby

2/23:
topic given- 'over the weekend, finish writing four odes- two serious, two silly'

Ode to a Newborn Baby
by jaclyn iaquinta.

To you, sweet one, with face so smooth,
With hair that's fine and black,
I wish a life of wonderous joy
That mine so sorely lacked.
I give to you my greatest dreams
And take from you my fears,
For you should carry few worries
In all your coming years.
Keep courage now and save your strength
My arms will keep you safe,
Please trust in God above all else,
But in yourself, have faith.
Your smile is your precious gift,
As you are mine, my love,
My soul, my life, my everything,
Sent to me from above.