I wonder

Dear Audrey:

Sometimes I watch you without trying to catch your eye. I do this on purpose.

If you know that I am watching, you will certainly try to oblige your mama's gaze with a smile.

You are like that. Always watching. Curious. happy.

As I stare at you, I wonder. I wonder what color your hair will finally resolve to be, or your eyes. Are they hazel or are they brown? I wonder if you will like to sing, the way that I do. Or will you love the color pink? Will you love the feel of the slippery creek rocks under your feet like I did as a little girl? Will you be a daredevil like your daddy was?

I pray that your life is filled...filled with promise...filled with rich friendships that span the course of your life, filled with only the blessings that God can provide. I wonder who you will become.

A Mother's Prayer

I pray you'll be my eyes
And watch her where she goes
And help her to be wise
Help me to let go

Every mother's prayer
Every child knows
Lead her to a place
Guide her with your grace
To a place where she'll be safe

I pray she finds your light
And holds it in her heart
As darkness falls each night
Remind her where you are

Every mother's prayer
Every child knows
Need to find a place
Guide her with your grace
Give her faith so she'll be safe

Lead her to a place
Guide her with your grace
To a place where she'll be safe