Wednesday, September 14, 2011

When my children got a boo boo




When my children got a boo boo, it was easy to kiss it away
I'd sing to them and rock them in my arms as they lay 
As time marched on, a distance began to grow
They no longer needed my embrace; they let me know
It was difficult to watch them make mistakes along the way
They wouldn't accept my comfort or even listen to a word I'd say
As they grew into young adults, they began to show respect
They appreciated the values taught them as they started to reflect
Now I have grandchildren with boo boos that occasionally come for my care
I rock and sing to them while I can; for these days are rare
I know my children's time will come to feel the distance, but not for awhile
I hope they'll talk to me about it; I will listen, give comfort and try not to smile
Posted by Sheri L. Swift, Author at 1:02 PM

11 comments:

  1. Pam WilliamsSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I can certainly relate to your thoughts in this post, Sheri! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Coleen PatrickSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Sheri that is beautiful! I'm a bit teary...
    :)

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  3. Sheri L. Swift, AuthorSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Thank you Pam & Coleen, I get between teary & a mischievous grin! Lol! ; )

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  4. Matthew MacNishSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Hi Sheri. I'm here from Rachael's campaign blog, even though I didn't sign up in time to take part in it. Now I'm following your blog, so:

    Nice to meet you!

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  5. Sheri L. Swift, AuthorSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Nice to meet you also Matthew. I'll have to hop over to your blog! ; )

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  6. BriannaSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    So sweet! It brought tears to my eyes. My daughter is still in that stage where I can comfort her and cradle her when she gets hurt. But I also realize that time flies and these moments are fleeting. Thanks for renewing my appreciation for precious moments.

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  7. Sheri L. Swift, AuthorSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Thanks Brianna, just remember that when she does go through those times, love her no matter what & it shall pass! ; )

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  8. BrennaSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I may not be a mother, but I can certainly appreciate going through all this as a daughter. I love and respect my mother for everything she's done for me, and luckily we are quite close. Thanks for sharing.

    Also, I nominated you for a blog award! Check more info here: http://iwriteandread.blogspot.com/2011/09/awards.html

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  9. Sheri L. Swift, AuthorSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Thank you so much Brenna, yes I can see how even a daughter can appreciate the seasons! Lol! My mom & I are closer now than we've ever been even though she lives in CA & I in VA. I'll check that out, thanks again. ; )

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  10. JenaSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    That was so nice Sheri!

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  11. Sheri L. Swift, AuthorSeptember 28, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Thank you Jena! ; )

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