Tonight's piece from Nikki G is dear to my heart. It was written for her son. My son just started high school and will be playing in his first high school football game tomorrow. So in honor of my first born, my one and only son who I am proud of and thank God for everyday, I offer this piece from Nikki AND a piece I wrote for my son a few years ago. Relax and enjoy...
For Tommy
By Nikki Giovanni
to tommy who:
eats chocolate cookies and lamb chops
climbs stairs and cries when i change his diaper
lets me hold him only on his schedule
defined by my nature
and gave me a new name (mommy)
which supersedes all others
controls my life
and makes me glad
that he does
Elijah
by t.renee
copyright 2000
bright eyed, questioning and curious
"why do you laugh when Daddy kisses your neck?"
energetic, witty and honest
"my Daddy's not a monster, he's just a Dad."
innocent, genuine and caring
" i love you, Mommy"
God's gift
my child
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