I love
your hues of brown
some light
in some places
dark
in others
hues
melded together
making colors
never before seen
I love
your hands
always warm
Beautiful
but yet strong
your feet
although worn
are like stilts
taking you higher
Although pain
guides them with
each step
I love
your eyes
small
but they
see
father
than you could
ever imagine
that you
would go
I love
your mouth
not too big
yet not too small
lips
perched
ready to bless
with thoughts
given by
the Creator
I love
your mind
you see your faults
but are eager
to change them
into greatness
because you know
that learning is
better
than not
And that life
is about growing
and
getting better
I love
your stretch marks
they bear witness
to the life
that you gave
A constant reminder
that you
are the root
that gives
nourishment
to the tree
its branches
and leaves
It took awhile
to see you
but now
I do
and
I love you
for who you were
For who you are
for who you will become
I love me…