In her arms he gently rests
Swathed, secure and snug

Eyes, firmly closed
And mouth, rose-pink, puckered

A hand, so small and plump
The plastic bracelet – a greeting to new life

Proudly, she embraces him
Uncertainty etched on her face

Young, yet mature
Scared, but ready to begin

He sits beside them both
On the edge, almost afloat

With protective arms
He envelops them