My Daughter

I watched you as you played today, amazed at how you've grown;
recalling tiny fingers grasping trembling ones that were my own.
You took my breath and heart away that day that you were born,
so like a dew-kissed blossom opening up in Springtime's early morn.
I see with each new passing day the velvet petals you unfurl.
As seasons pass a flower will stand, emerged from this days little girl.
Though I would choose the type of flower I'd hope the world will see,
I can only guide and nurture you into the one that you were meant to be.
And honey, as you take your place amid life's vast bouquet;
I'll always see the precious bloom that took my breath away.

6/25/00