Sunday, January 07, 2007

The Newcomer


An angel in whose smile and laughter
we feel joy too intense for words;
and in whose presence we feel God’s grace;

A bundle of joy in whose eyes
we see beyond the present,
and for whom we anticipate the future;

A human being, yet too young and tiny
but already powerful — bringing us closer
and making us united in pursuit of love-filled life;

A little soul whose need for us
warms our hearts, humbles us, and inspires us
to endeavor to become our better selves;

You are all these, little one.
And more.



An ode for my nephew: Lucky Ryan D. Benosa, Jr. on his 6th month on Earth; January 4, 2007.

This piece was written while author was having lunch, January 5, 2007. Pasong Tamo Extn, Makati.

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