Ever since
you came by river,
the basket of my belly birthing
you and me together,
you to life, me to mother—
from day one,
your dreams have been
my very heart’s delight.
It’s been nearly thirty years
and I never tire of knowing—
tell me, son,
what sings in you today?
© 2025 Jennifer Wagner
Poem a Day 22: write a “tell me” poem
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ReplyDeleteEvery word of the poem is made of pure love and affection. The closing lines made me tearful. Aww....So sweet!
ReplyDelete"What sings in you today?" is the sweetest question ever. This is so tender and lovely, Jennifer! I love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is truly beautiful. What a wonderful relationship you must have with him. You and he are truly blessed!
ReplyDelete"the basket of my belly birthing" and the river--just the beginning of the beauties of this very tender poem. I love it!
ReplyDeleteAs the mother of one son, I feel this!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully written, Jennifer!
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