Child of Mine

I look at you, O child of mine
And wonder what you’ll be
Long years from now, when you are grown,
And gone away from me.

Will you become an astronaut
A doctor or a nurse
What occupation will you choose?
What lands will you traverse?

Will you find your own true love?
Will you have children, too?
I pray that you will always know
Just how much I love you.

My life expanded when you were born
To heights and depths unknown.
You gave me joy in my heart
More joy, I’d never known.

You are a part of one true love
Composed of two separate parts;
United for eternity,
You hold both of our hearts.

When you are old and I am gone
Remember, for it’s true,
That you were loved , O child of mine,
And loved, because you’re you!