{something I wrote for my children many years ago, but still speaks to me of how I feel 'bout being their mother *s*}

You came into the world,
into my life,
precious jewels of love and light.
Beautiful and strong,
you were all I could have hoped for.

My children...
My dreams for you are thus:
first and foremost give and receive love all your days
smile with gladness in a summer rain
run lightly on the warm green grass
roll wildly in the fallen leaves of autumn
catch snowflakes on your upturned cheeks
blossom as fresh flowers in the newness of spring
take time to smell a rosebud's delicate scent
imagine yourself a hero, a pirate, a teacher, your heart's desire
pour forth compassion and kindness
be gentle with all living things
push your mind to be open, accepting
feel pain, anger, sadness -- then let them go to the four winds
care for the Earth daily with gratitude
explore your surroundings, your selves
be well-rounded, grounded, deep
let no one sway you from Truth
learn the wonders of living
fear no challenges, no obstacles
meet all with courage and strength
live fully day to day
you can never know when the last day will come.

My children, my lovies--
I have the utmost confidence in you
Proud I am of all you are
I will be there for you always
with endless love, guidance, and strong arms
to protect you when hard times befall
Fly to your dreams
Fly hard and fast
experience every moment in its purity
live in wonder and joy and love.

My children...
My dreams for you...
may they all come true.
Wish upon a star,
blow out all the candles,
and fly, darlings--
fly

~Cail
© 12/5/93