Tiny feet,
So small, so sweet,
Has brought me comfort still.
The little sounds,
So light, so bright,
Into my heart you fill.
When the days are short,
And the nights get long,
I will gaze upon your face.
Into the dark,
my restless heart
I remember our happy place.
Those tiny feet,
So small, so sweet,
Carrying on with grace.
With each new day,
And each day after,
Into a happy place.
Into the world,
and maybe beyond,
Aim for the stars and farther.
They're built to push on,
No matter what's gone,
Treading the still waters,
They will carry you on,
Long after I'm gone,
They will carry you on,
Into the long night's cold song.
About the Creator
Ashley Shiflett
I have always had a passion for writing.
I hope to share my love for stories with everyone that I meet. I'm hopeful that in some way they will motivate you, help you smile, or even encourage you through a difficult time.
All are welcome!
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Comments (8)
Splendid!!! Baby feet and watching them sleep are very comforting!!!
Lovely work. Very much enjoyed
I love that you balance the techniques of great poetry with phenomenal symbolism. Keep writing please!
What a beautiful place to find comfort! GREAT balance and meter too!
This was a touching read. Your vulnerability and emotion were almost palpable. Well done!
teary eyed I smile, remembering such wonderful moments.
So very sweet, gave me goosebumps!
This is beautiful. Very well done.