Lullaby

You spent four months writing

nursery rhymes for a baby that

you would never know and 

tonight,

you're shaking like a newborn calf,

under the waning moon

Laying to rest,

a little boy in a crocheted gown

A son wrapped up in blue

Author's Note

Lately I've been thinking about my writing and how personal experiences shape, and form what it is. My mother had a miscarriage before she became pregnant with me, and I wrote this for not only her, but for myself. This is so I can always acknowledge my mother's pain and suffering, and how it has shaped her into the person she is today. Sometimes we forget that our mothers experienced life before they brought us into this world.

Reviews

[Delmar Cooper]

Bless you, your mother and your should have been brother.

[Joshua Haines]

The emotion in your words had a great meaning. Well done

[costa siwale]

this is a little different from what you usually write, and by god! i am compelled. such beautiful poetry born out from such an unfortunate experience for you.

[Emily]

Lovely poem!
Keep up the great work!!

[Wondering Mind]

Very emotional write. I admire your use of imagery.

[Dara]

This write touches me to the bone dear poet. So much emotion runs through each line and I can almost feel your mother's pain myself. A very touching, loving tribute to your mother and her little one that did make it to term. May you have a very very blessed day my friend.