[Critique Group 1] Marcia's January submission First Steps poem

[Marcia Wick]

Ciara's First Steps 

Marcia J. Wick, The Write Sisters

January 2019

24 lines

 

 

One year ago, like an undiscovered planet, you were yet to be named. 

Boy or girl unrevealed, you wanted to surprise us.

Would you appear blond and blue-eyed like my daughter, your mom, 

Or would you bring out your Dad's exotic Hispanic side? 

 

Early in the New Year, 2018, you arrived on your aunt's birthday. 

Was it an omen? Would you reflect my younger daughter's passion and energy, 

Or would you walk in your big brother's footsteps? 

Your infant eyes follow his antics with fascination.

 

Seven years ago, when your brother was born, I wasn't ready to be called
"Grandma." 

When Quinton presented himself, to my delight, I became the happiest
reluctant "Nana" on the planet. 

I thought one perfect grandson in a lifetime was more than this pessimistic
old lady deserved. 

I wondered if my heart would have room for more than one favorite
grandchild.

 

Ciara, now I know how a grandparent's heart can grow big enough for a garden
full of grandchildren.  

A rare wildflower, you emerged with a twinkle and a mischievous grin all
your own. 

Your electric energy pulsing in my palms proves that each child is unique. 

Like snowflakes and butterflies, each one is perfect.   

 

You're the perfect baby sister for your perfect big brother.  

Imagine how you'll walk and run, talk and sing, play games, and help your
parents like he does. 

You'll look out for each other, and help each other shine. 

You'll enhance each other's brilliance like the colors in a rainbow.

 

As you take your first steps, trust that you are not alone.

Your parents, grandparents, big brother, aunts, uncles, and cousins love
you.

As you learn to walk, the world is unfolding at your feet.

Run and skip, with our love, into your second year.

 

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