As the mornings rise and I lie awake in bed,
So many words to say to you flow through my head.

As another day that is so cherished but painfully approaches once again,
I long to see your face and to know how you have been.

For each passing year brings me closer to hope,
I pray God blesses you with understanding and strength to cope.

Oh, I feel so much sorrow and dismay,
I pray you are happy and your life is okay.

They told me to do it that it was the right thing to do,
It didn't feel right but I did it for you.

On this 19th birthday of the baby girl's face that I saw with a peek,
I once again blow you a kiss and pray it lands softly upon your beautiful cheek.

© Vicki Tyra