Every dream that comes true
Comes with a price,
Like this newborn infant
In my arms at the hospital,
Putting herself between me and the world.
"She'll think you hang the sun!" shouted the nurse over the crying,
Even as the swaddled shadow crept across my light.
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Rebecca Morton
My childhood was surrounded by theatre people. My adulthood has been surrounded by children! You can also find me on Medium here: https://medium.com/@becklesjm, and now I have a Substack newsletter at https://rebeccamorton.substack.com/
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I like how this one feels bittersweet, acknowledging the sacrifice and effort that comes with motherhood, and “Putting herself between me and the world.” is a great line. Nicely done Rebecca 👏
Absolutely stunning! Congrats!
An ideal moment captured! Congratulations on placing in the challenge! Take a few moments to bask in your achievement!
This is so lovely
Congratulations on your win!! 🎉💖🎊🎉💖🎊
Congrats!
I remember this beautiful piece. Congrats!
Congrats!
Beautiful! Congratulations!
Ah, amazing!
Awesome story I like it congratulations 🎉🎉
Wow, especially at "She'll think you hang the sun." Congratulations on Top Story!
I love this metaphor. Congrats on TS!
So unique -- love this!
Beautiful and inspiring work!
Beautifully written! Congratulations on the Top story!
Beautiful and soft! Just like a baby! Excellent take on the challenge, congrats on top story!🥳
So sweet and tender, I love your poem!
Congratulations on Top Story. I am happy to discover your writing and subscribed!
congratulations on TS. Even at ages 57 and 58, my sons are still my light and my darkness. The darkness only comes because both are handicapped and I worry about them constantly. The bright light is their attitudes towards their situations. I can't help but be so proud of them. Thank you for reminding me there is still light that shines through the dark.
Good job making Top Story
Wonderfully done! An excellent take on the challenge. Congrats on a well deserved Top Story
A perfectly composed poem- really tremendous work! So beautiful, concise, poignant...well-deserved Top Story, congrats!! :)
Congratulations on your top story
Oh, and congrats on TS.👏