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When my children were babies, I would spend hours by their crib, watching them in their slumber, adoring everything about them. I was so attuned to them, I could hear them breathe from the next room.

As they grew, I lost that magic, or so I thought. After a recent separation from them, I was delighted to find myself under their spell once again, captivated by the awe and wonder that is them.

While You Were Sleeping

by Tara Simms

While you were sleeping,
I sat by your bed.
I watched you
as you smiled through your dreams.

I traced your perfect shell ear,
Touched every curl
On your little head.

I tried to sleep
But the sound of your breathing
Drew me back to your room.

I couldn't resist
The magic which tugged
At my heartstrings
And brought me to your side.

I settled on the floor
Once again.
Back against the wall,
Holding your tiny hand in mine.

While you were sleeping
I fell in love with you all over again.

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Visitor Comments (from the Voting form)

morreen

brillient every mother will identifie with this thankyou xx mo

Stacey

This poem is absolutely the most beautiful poem, about the wonderus glimmer of that which binds us to another soul.

andrea

This just touched me while reading brought a tear to my eyes, happy memories of my children now all grown. Especially today my yougest turned 20. Just wonderful and touching.

sally

very good indeed

Barb

I too watched my little ones while they slept and enjoyed every moment. Your poem made me cry but warmed my heart.

Gena Maree

This is so beautiful . I remember watching my three sons sleep and I love them just as much today as when they were babies . There is no love like the love for a Child Keep a Smile on your face and a song in your heart . Gena

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Poems for the People - Poems by the People

Poems for the People - Poems by the People

About the Poem

While You Were Sleeping

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Poems for the People - Poems by the People