`Her Reflection…
What is it that she sees?
Dark rings of endless nights
Tear stains of angry moments that cannot be undone
Slumped in defeat by love’s exhaustion
She sighs…
Dimples, and pimples, and wrinkles alike.
The lines of life been born, like a forest of marks,
stretch across her body with roots entwined.
Youth forever gone…
Moments of doubt creep slowly in,
threatening all the time to break her resolve.
Left with only a slight and faint sight,
of faith and purpose, and dreams once clear and bright.
Then two little eyes look up…
look deep into her soul,
stretched wide in wonder and love.
Arms outstretched too!
Warmth, belonging, and safety lies here within.
What has she done?
Her thoughts and feelings seem none…
What does she see?
The dimples, and pimples, and wrinkles alike,
the lines stretched out, the map of life,
now smile back at her in those little eyes.
Her reflection is her,
her reflection is him,
her reflection is life…
and it is beautiful!’
A poem, written to all mothers, sometimes we feel invisible, unloved, and lost. Sometimes we look around and see nothing. No achievements, dreams, or aspirations, but I am here to tell you, that you are worthy, you are incredible, and your achievements far outweigh what the physical world can give you. Your achievements look up to you, love, cuddle, and aspire to be you.
It might not always feel like it, on those exhausting dark days. It might not always feel like it when you feel lost, reprimanding yourself for feeling like you have failed. It might not feel like it right now, I get that, I think that too, often. But, know this. You are indeed a beautiful inspiration.
This is so beautiful! #GlobalBlogging
“The map of life” I love that line, thank you for sharing! #globalblogging
That’s beautiful. Really reflective! Be proud.
Wow so amazing! Such a lovely poem ? #globalblogging
Aww that is lovely, It’s been a long time since I held a baby of mine, but I still see my reflection in my growing children. Definitely the map of life.
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Beautifully said. I look at my reflection and I see the lines and the age. My child walks in and looks and sees beauty. #globabblogging
Beautiful. Didn’t know you have a poetic side too! #globalblogging
That’s lovely. New little ones are amazing. So full of possibilities
Beautiful!!!
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We are reflected in our children. #GlobalBlogging
It’s those little eyes that always get you. :) #globalblogging
Aw, so beautiful! You really captured a mom’s thoughts so well. The whole range.
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Wow. Was so pleasantly surprised by this beautiful piece, Jacqui.
Poetry is a form I’m not used to seeing on parenting blogs but its one that suits you very well!
Elegant and emotive, really enjoyed reading this.
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What a lovely little poem #GlobalBlogging
That’s so beautiful and reflective. #GlobalBlogging
You are so talented, wow. how long does it take to write them? #globalblogging
Seeing your reflection in your child’s eyes means everything. You will always be there, even when they grow up and away. #globalblogging
This is so beautiful x
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What a lovely post, Jacqui! Really beautiful. You may just help me better like that person who shows up every morning in the mirror while I brush my teeth! <3 #GlobalBlogging
awww this is so lovely! #globalblogging
Beautiful xx
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Love this one sweetheart!
So beautiful #globalblogging
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