Dear First Mom

When I look into his eyes, Beautiful & happy, I see you. When I see her persevere, Humble & hardworking, I see you. When their smiles light up the room, Lovely & bright, I see you.

In their perfect skin, And in their glorious hair, I see you. In their sweetness, And in their silliness, I see you. I know your heart is broken, Having lost such beauty, Having endured such pain. But I see your beauty In our kids. Your light Lives in them. I pray that one day, You'll see yourself In their beauty. But for now, I'll keep seeing your beauty In them.