I Loved You from the Very Start

May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful! Proverbs 23:25

I found this beautiful poem and hope it will touch your heart as we celebrate mothers today.

I loved you from the very start
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.
Our life together has just begun,
You’re part of me my little one.

As mother with child, each day I grew,
My mind was filled with thoughts of you.
I’d daydream of the things we’d share,
Like late-night bottles and teddy bears.

Like first steps and skinned knees,
Like bedtime stories and ABC’s.
I thought of things you’d want to know,
Like how birds fly, and flowers grow.

I thought of lessons I’d need to share,
Like standing tall and playing fair.
When I first saw your precious face,
I prayed your life be touched with grace.

I thanked the LORD above,
And promised you unending love.
Each night I lay you down to sleep,
I gently kiss your head and cheek.

I count your little fingers and toes;
I memorize your eyes and nose.
I linger at your nursery door,
Awed each day I love you more.

Through misty eyes, I dim the light,
I whisper, “I love you” every night.
I loved you from the very start,
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.

As mother and child our journeys begin,
My heart’s yours forever my little friend.

Author: Unknown

Lord God, we give thanks for the love and commitment, sacrifice and care mothers show for their children. They are a beautiful reflection of Your love.