Lest You Forget You (A Sonnet For My Daughter)

Just a simple old fashioned sonnet written for my daughter.

Lest you forget to be true to thine self

Finding  else's opinions of more worth;

Please, always, place this verse upon your shelf,

For you were marked for greatness upon birth.

The Lord placed wonders in your tack-sharp mind,

Loveliness reigns all the way to your toes.

He made you smart, yet made you kind--

'Mongst other gifts, of which your mother knows.

Times will come when self-doubts ring as true,

Someday another may not think you great.

At those times muster strong the soul inside you

Lest you mistake a setback for your fate.

Remember who you are in times of woe:

The most important person you can know.

 

 

Author's Note

This is a Sonnet I wrote for my daughter, in hopes that she will always remember her strengths, and forgive herself for her own weaknesses.

Reviews

[Steffi]

I thought this was a really wonderfully penned piece. I thought it was touching and very emotional. The imagery and word choice were divine.
Really great write :D

[Dirk]

This poem still touches me very deeply, dear. It is clear to me, first hand, how much you love your daughter because I have seen it with my own eyes. Yet, this poem easily takes me further - allowing me to see your love for her with my heart.

On a literary level, this poem is extremely well written - which comes as little of a surprise really. You are an amazing writer with a firm grasp of words that allow you to convey your emotions very effectively. I never seem to be unimpressed. You write extremely well emotionally.

Yet, how well you write should not be the main focus for me here. I, instead, focus primarily on the love and compassion that you feel as a mother for your daughter. That is truly what keeps bringing me back to this poem. :o)

[Samuel Dickens]

You daughter must feel honored. A very nice piece of writing. Sam

[Ralphy]

This is a very unique poem, and If I didn't know you wrote it for her I would think it was written for everyone. It has poise, spirit and elegances. I love it.

[Chad Wesley Allbrett]

Thank you, a child knocks you off of your butt, in terms of emotion!
This is a wonderfull blessing that you gave her.
Thank you for sharing it with me.

[Tony]

It is perfect.
Words of wisdom and understanding I am sure she will find opportunity to reflect on as the years go by.
I see how you have pared down the experiences of your life in order to pass a positive note to a loved one.
It says a lot about you.
Only the best of parents spend the time necessary to provide for their young, things they themselves may not have had.
Thus the child will enjoy these advantages.

[Antonio Valentino]

A very loving tribute that I'm sure she'll cherish always.

Antonio

[Michael]

It is very beautiful and I am sure it will inspire her if she keeps it close. Did you have a specific style of sonnet in mind?

[Mistral Bilgera]

This is a very lovely poem, very inspiring... (welling tears)... It reminds me how great a mother's love is. Thank God for moms like you and my wonderful mom....