Raising The Bar

To celebrate a new arrival.

Endearing Emmi, overseas,

we haven't had the chance to meet,

though how I love those photos of

your tiny fingers, dainty feet.

Without a doubt I'm gratified

to see you gurgling back at me.

It's no surprise your eyes are blue

and from the gloss on coloured prints,

your red gold hair glints shyly through.

Dear Emmi, all I wish for you,

a life brimful of happiness,

that all your days are lived in peace,

contentment, joy and best of health.

If I could wave a magic wand,

sweet niece, I wouldn't hesitate

to influence each storm ahead,

to sprinkle stardust on your brow

and fix each rough card you are dealt.

Reviews

[emmajoy]

If I could wave a magic wand, ~ sweet niece, I wouldn't hesitate ~ to influence each storm ahead, ~
to sprinkle stardust on your brow ~ and fix each rough card you are dealt' '

and so say all of us!

This is such a beautiful read, so real and memorable, happy and.. and.. holds endless present and future happy sunbeam experiences and thoughts for you, for Emmi's family and the wee darling herself! Life is so very generous when birth exhales special words like yours, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Em. Always a joy to have a birth in the family. Beats the bad news that hovers daily.
read moreThank you Em. Always a joy to have a birth in the family. Beats the bad news that hovers daily.

Chris

[emmajoy]

Yessss, so very true, Chris. The miracle of new babies is.. even more than beautiful.

[Ardra]

Sounds like she has already captured your heart...
So sweet and filled with love...
Those tiny feets and hands are such sweet joy... :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Ardra, she is a dear one. So cute and cuddly. Thank you and good morning from the UK.
read moreThank you Ardra, she is a dear one. So cute and cuddly. Thank you and good morning from the UK.

Chris

[Chris Shaw]

oh, it's that read more again. Where does it come from?

[Ardra]

Heheh some technical issues with site I think .. good morning from UAE... it's lunch time for us...

[Chris Shaw]

Then have lovely lunch Ardra. Lovely day here. Sun's out.

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful and hopeful poem shared dear Chris. Kindness and wishes given and received. Blessings from the heart. Thank you for sharing the amazing words and your thoughts.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Coyote. Yes blessings from the heart for her.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

You are very kind Chris and you are welcome.

[Jimmy Yetts]

Lovely and loving sentiments.
How lucky your little niece is, to have such a doting aunt--talented, too!
God bless you, both.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jimmy. Always a joy when a new babe arrives.

Chris

[Crowley]

Congratulations on the new family member....such a nice way to welcome Emmi into the world. Now you have to print it and put in her scrapbook. Great news Christine!!!

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Crowley. What a good idea, I hadn't thought of that.

Chris

[Simone Davis]

Beautiful...that love so strong that instant bond...the joy one tiny little baby could bring.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you simba. It is such lovely news when there is a new birth in the family. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Marvin Thomas Cox-Flynn..]

Wow, very nice thoughts that I believe we would wish for those loved ones we care for ... But, sadly, it just doesn't work that way ... We can wish all day, but what comes is what may ... Very enjoyable read ...

[Chris Shaw]

How true Marvin, but there's no harm in wishing. Pleased you enjoyed the read and thank you for your visit.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

The magical imagery you employ in this one is so endearing. Your niece is so very lucky to have an aunt like you and even if she will get to know you through Skype and still photos, she will know you are there. So sweet....so lovely. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lydi**. Yes it won't be a close relationship by nature of the distance, but I do want her to know I care deeply for her.


Chris

[Carolynn]

What a lovely way to wish the best for your families new arrival - such sweet innocence you want to protect for sure :)

[Chris Shaw]

Your appreciation warmly received Carolynn. Thank you.

Chris

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