By Melissa McLaughlin
Hidden there
In my mind’s photo box
are pictures of your wide eyes sparkling not able to take it all in and your baby soft cheeks smiling up at me
little hands just learning to spell your name, “Mommy” and “I love u”
new sneakers, clean and white, ready for puddles on the first rainy walk to school, calling you to jump
fighting back my tears to shield you from yours
for you are
another year older, another year over, another year begins
Every September
In my mind’s photo box
You are
Hidden there
Photo © Melissa McLaughlin
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Beautiful. Missy, I am excited for you and very much looking forward to writing “next” to you in this journey. May God bless the work of your hands, Julie
Thank you, Julie! And thank you, God! It is an honor and joy to write “with” you. <3
Oh Missy this was so beautiful and so touching. Love it!
Dear Barbara, thank you for the kind encouragement. The years pass so quickly. Each moment a golden treasure. Praying I treasure all that I can. Blessings to you, Missy
Oh!!!! I can totally relate to this!!!
My kids are beyond this stage but I’m not!!!
Beautiful, Melissa. Your words describe this mother’s heart.
Spoken like a true mom! Thank you, Gail, for your kind words and for taking the time to visit. God bless you and yours in the year ahead!