Children with their mother
Playing in the snow
Jumping stopping searching
No place too hard to go
Dash away! Disappear ’round yon wooded bend
Reappear, running near, “Hold each others hands!”
Look around, make no sound, spring for nearby targets
Climb the hill, dancing still, laughter in the bargain
Hide and seek, “No don’t peek!”
“Hurry kick the can!”
Squeal and grin. Race to win.
“Quick, let’s hide again!”
But time is gone; hurry home
Dinner’s waiting, warm
Wash and eat, next brush your teeth
Then tucked in safe from harm
Love’s aflow, mothers know
What children need to prosper
Children feel when mothers kneel
Safe as prayers are whispered
Lights turned out, Mom’s about
Hear her footsteps lightly
Close tired eyes, dream of skies
Hold your baby tightly
Now sink to bliss with savoured kiss
Love to all, sleep soundly.
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