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Little Kate

Location: Lismore, New South Wales, Australia
Birthday: September 13

Bio: When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile. ~ Author Unknown

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FEBRUARY 19, 2010 12:19AM

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In her arms he gently rests

Swathed, secure and snug

Eyes, firmly closed

And mouth, rose-pink, puckered

A hand, so small and plump

The plastic bracelet – a greeting to new life

Proudly, she embraces him

Uncertainty etched on her face

Young, yet mature

Scared, but ready to begin

He sits beside them both

On the edge, almost afloat

With protective arms

He envelops them

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What a moment in a new life! It is a spark of something one never forgets.
And so nicely written. Each word working hard and all words carrying their weight well.
Truly....so well written

J D Smith

February 19, 2010 12:48 AM

Very strong. Fine writing.

Rated.

Scylla the Rock

February 19, 2010 01:18 AM

Ah, those tiny hands! Oh, the uncertainty one feels at that moment--how true. And how nice to have a protective, reassuring embrace. I love this.

AtHomePilgrim

February 19, 2010 06:31 AM

JD, Scylla, Pilgrim: I'm so glad you liked this. It's my first poem so yours are indeed wonderful words of encouragement.

Little Kate

February 19, 2010 09:15 PM

This was so great. I loved the rhythm of it. (I also love the bio quote. I'll try not to steal it, hah)

scanner

February 26, 2010 07:48 PM

Scanner: Thank you .... I'm so glad you liked it.

Little Kate

February 26, 2010 11:38 PM

Very gentle touch with the subject, yet left the reader with a strong impression. That's good poetry.

Strong last lines too. Good close.

Rated.

Charlie Thornton

March 04, 2010 02:32 PM

Thank you so much for reading Charlie. I appreciate your kind words immensely.

Little Kate

March 10, 2010 05:11 PM

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