A Birthday Ode To My Three Year Old

Last Monday, our daughter turned three. I am in awe every day; of her, of my husband, of myself.

This is for you, my dearest little peanut.

A Birthday Ode To My Three Year Old

Thinking back three years ago

We knew you'd change our lives

We'd been planning your arrival

When our souls would meet your eyes.

Tranquil as a lotus

Patiently incubating,

Dreaming up your perfect nose

Ten long fingers, captivating.

At first glance I saw in you

Everything in me

And at that moment time stood still

There was nothing more to be.

In the very next second I felt

All had began to change

You were indeed a mirror

From which to see things rearranged.

From midnight feedings to potty seats

What you taught me was endurance

Then you grew into a toddler

And showed me life is true abundance

These three short years, I can't believe,

It feels as if forever

I have nurtured you, I've known you

Memorized your will with pleasure

I'm enlightened and enriched 

And so very deeply blessed

To grow with you and also learn

Your Elegance, my Best.

Love, 
Mom