More sense to the senses
I am fascinated by my hands
With, I carry my lavender basket
Stitch French knots and knit tiny socks
Write my poems and paint lilac twilight
But more enchanting
Caressing with
The face of my beloved
And holding on my babe’s hand
I am fascinated by my ears
With, I hear birds singing
Enjoy melodic tunes
Learn new facts
Listen to fairytale stories
But more captivating
I hear with
My baby calling “mama”
And the tender heartbeat
Of the one I love
I am fascinated by my nose
With, I smell my favourite foods
Pineapple cake and ginger biscuit
Coffee, jasmine and lemon zest
Ocean waves and waterfalls
But more intriguing
The sweet scent of my twin-half
And the delicate fragrance
Of my newborn infant
I am fascinated by my eyes
With, I perceive the world in full colour
Beautiful butterflies
Flowers… trees… sky and stars
But more mesmerizing
The tears running down
Yearning for my soul mate
and gazing at my child sleeping
I am fascinated by my mouth
With, I taste delicious flavours
Tangy oranges… juicy mangoes
Sweet strawberries
But more alluring
Kissing my baby’s feet
And whispering words like
“Sweetheart… I love you”
And
“Thank you God for all these things”
08-05-2006
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