Jeanette Gallagher's poem Mother's Pastry ran as part of Contributor Series 8: Feast and Famine in April. Last May Jeanette's poem Seasons of a Mother's Hands, dedicated to her daughter-in-law Jean was published here. This year Jeanette dedicates a poem to her other daughter-in-law, who was born on a Mother's Day.
Celebration for Baby Craig
(for Pamela)
By Jeanette Gallagher
After praying, waiting,
Then finally surrendering
To the wisdom of the universe,
Making a tentative truce
With barrenness,
I share the sorrow and grief
Of my son and his wife.
The mystery of God's timing
Matching soul to soul,
In union with hearts wishing,
Life fills a mother's womb,
And on a sunny March morning
Son of my son is born.
Grateful for this sacred gift
Held closely to my heart,
In the milky sweetness of his breath,
I inhale God's love. And knowing
Passion in its fullness,
I celebrate this precious life
With my son and his wife.
A beautiful, soulfully written tribute, Jeanette. Perfect for Mother's Day.
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Thank you, Jean, for such a great compliment. I truly appreciate your kind comment.
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Jeanette, this is a nice tribute to Pamela and your son. I know your family will treasure that wonderful gift.
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Thank you so much for your very kind words. What a nice compliment! Thanks for taking time to comment, Jeanette.
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I love this wonderful poem.
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