When I Look into Your Eyes
by piersonpflieger
When I look into your eyes,
God is granting me a glimpse of what’s to come:
warmth and love,
wholeness.
His discerning hand working,
blessing us with children.
I see challenges and difficulties,
but with His help, nothing insurmountable.
We have strength and confidence
to provide for our children and love them unconditionally.
Our children-
A patchwork quilt of love:
A brilliant child- once institutionalized and neglected-
who knew no comfort or hope-
knows love and belonging.
A healthy child- once lonely and scared
with an aching, distended stomach-
is now happy and strong.
An able child- once contorted,
powerless to walk, left isolated and discarded-
takes steps to accomplish dreams.
I see their smiles.
I feel their joy.
We are family.
They are growing and thriving-
achieving and succeeding.
We believe in them.
Though only glimmers in your eyes,
they are beautiful and we love them.