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by June Cotner It can be hard to find just the right gift for a new mother, but this emotional and touching book of poems and prayers is sure to be a hit. All of the mixed emotions surrounding pregnancy, birth, and motherhood are explored thoughtfully and beautifully in this little volume. New mothers are sure to smile, cry, and laugh as they read each page. A particularly good poem will touch a chord with all parents, not just mothers. It’s a prayer called "For Sleep" which includes the beautiful line, "sing me a soft, old song/whose words promise/that you will stay beside the bed/of my exhaustion/until safe in your arms". There are also heartfelt poems that pertain to adoptive mothers as well: "Someone else/ could be holding this bundle". Every mother is sure to find at least one poem that expresses her own feelings perfectly. And for mothers who scrapbook, they are sure to find some wonderful quotes to accompany their pictures, including part of my favorite poem: "As you begin your journey/I can see my reflection in your eyes/Every time you smile/I know my heart beats because of you." |
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