[Billie]

The last couple of weeks, we've posted some beautiful poems written by two of Amy's Place resident poets, and so many of you have asked for more! I had also posted the graphic below a couple of times, but without Bob's poem. I know you'll enjoy reading the poem he wrote especially for it.

Graphic by Billie

Enfolding

Grandpa has a handful now, to pray for and to add,
A little bit of sweetness to the prayer he sends for Dad.
His son has left a gift behind, to hold a place for him,
And keep the heart lines open while he does a chore for them.

Everybody’s thoughts are for the one who isn’t there,
But clearly in this picture there is not a lack of care.
This child is safely held within strong hands with tender grace,
That pray to have the same thing for his son, another place.

We’d like to take a moment to assist them in their cares,
And add our grateful voices to the chorus of their prayers.
Lord, hold the child and man within your strong enfolding arm,
And keep them in your thoughts as you protect them both from harm.

© NicknamedBob . . . . May 12, 2004

[LadyX]

This is truly one of the most beautiful and touching things I have ever read, Bob.
Having lived that life for 12 years as a U.S. Marine and a military wife, it is deeply meaningful to me, and I thank you.

~ LadyX

[Mama_Bear]

Billie, that praying hands graphic is just beautiful and the poem you wrote for it, NnB, made me cry.

Thank you both, and you, Rus, for bringing us our Military Monday Tribute.

A HUGE BUMP for our troops. God bless them all.

[Mixer]

Billie....What a wonderful graphic. Touched my heart in a way that few pictures have the ability to do. Thanks for sharing.

[Conspiracy Guy]

That is super