For Lillebror Johan (For Little Brother Johan)

Wrote this to my little nephew the day after he was born...

Safely cradled within a cloud;
Mother, father, sister so proud.
Gently swept across the sky,
comfort awaits the smallest cry.

Sleeping, unaware of any ills;
All your needs your mother fulfils.
Certain that you will meet no harm,
while protected in your mother’s arms.
Soothed by your father’s gentle caress
You dream only of the world’s loveliness.

Loved by your father’s gaze;
Your sister, too, easily amazed
by your soft cheeks and tiny feet;
Her big sister status finally complete.
Your sweet innocence awake in all
Instant adoration for someone so small

Mai L. Nissen, 12th of February 2015

Author's Note

Any constructive criticism and suggestions are well received.

Reviews

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Mai L Nissen,
"For Lillebror Johan"
It is so nice to read about the joy of a new baby! I have a little grandson now and it is wonderful!
"Cradled within a cloud." "comfort awaits the smallest cry." This little one is wanted and cherished!
"Mothers arms...father's gentle caress, to sister easily amazed."
This little one is very blessed for sure!
Then the ending is perfect; "Instant adoration for someone so small."
I enjoyed this poem of yours a great deal and enjoyed as well reading some new poetry and a new poet...Thanks.
Blessings, Kathy

[Jamestown]

This is written nicely, adoration for the new comer! I really enjoyed reading this,
and thank you for sharing, b-blessed!

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for stopping by! Glad you liked it :)

[nazia]

A lovely gesture, adoring your little brother. A new baby is the apple of everyone's eye... nice work

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you, Nazia! - He is my nephew though :) Everybody just calls him little brother, because they were unsure what to name him until recently.

[nazia]

Oh well congratulations as well to the Aunt.. take care :)

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful poem for newborn child. A new life changes everybody involved. I liked your description. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you, Coyote! I am glad you liked it :)

[Coyote Poetry]

I did and you are welcome.