A POEM I WROTE FOR MY KIDS.....

Just take my hand, I'll guide you along many paths from here to there.

You'll see things through the eyes of a child, sights you cannot compare.

You'll see my hands are young and strong, with strength to help you by.

The ups and downs of life itself, you'll often question, "Why?"

The hardships that breeze by you, like whispers in the wind.

They make you sad with true despair, some choices will rescind.

I'll guide you in directions, that lead you on your way.

To face the world ahead of you, with courage, not dismay.

With you I'll lend a listening ear, for times you need to take.

Praying that your future will bring a successful break.

You all have grown and took a love, down the aisle to wed.

I hope that you remember, all the important things we've said.

I see your hands are growing, and strength is moving in.

Mine are growing older, looking older than they've been.

I'm watching you with older eyes, my view is looking good.

I see amazing works from you, that I knew in my heart, I would.

I'm hearing sounds of happiness, ringing in my ears.

I never knew the sound would flood, my eyes with huge big tears.

My hands, my eyes, my ears and soul are aging as we speak.

My hands are not so strong, in fact, my hands are somewhat weak.

I only know how I've been blessed to feel, and see and hear.

The joys of my children then, and now grandchildren have appeared.

These old hands are living proof, that all my hopes are sealed.

Any hardships they may have, will definitely be healed.

As I grow older, I feel my age; But, I've mastered standing back.

To let my kids walk down their paths, some good advice all packed.

I never knew how lonely "letting go" can truly be.

But the happiness seen in them makes this older woman see.

I'll continue to be proud and speak, of the pride I have within.

Letting them know the happiness that they all have truly been.