'God's Child'

Through the miracle of God's design,
You were given to me, to raise to be like Him.
The task was overwhelming in my mind.
Giving you back to God was not a whim.


It's great that He left you with me for a while.
Though I strove to be the greatest Mom, I failed.
If it was dependent on what I'd done, I could not smile.
But through His grace, He's shaping you still.


Each year I see your character changing more.
The rough edges are still being chipped away.
In your mind you've often wondered, "What for?"
But, God sees the diamond within the clay.


Though I've been thrilled to claim you as 'my own'.
In all truth that statement's not quite right.
But, He will never leave you nor let you down.
Because you're 'His child', you're His 'hearts delight'.

To Dayna and Darlene
From Mom