My Joy Thankful Poetry Contest 15 Lines

I didn't know I was missing these until I "discovered" them

My Joy

It’s an unsolicited lesson in presence, in gratitude, in the sheer, undeniable Beauty of connection. My life, once solely mine, now

Feels

Richer, infinitely more valuable because it is intertwined with theirs. Looking at them now, one chasing butterflies, the other cooing

Softly

In her crib, the words well up, straightforward, honest, profound. I never thought this path would be mine to tread, a "Papa" first

Whispered,

Then said. My world, once ordered, is now a vibrant, joyful mess. First came Boo, a fiery, laughing grace, with bright blue

Eyes,

Lighting up every space. Her contagious joy, a warmth I now possess.


Then Snickerdoodle, a quiet, soulful charm, deep brown eyes, safe from every storm. Her gentle smile was a sweet, profound

Caress.
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Unconditional love, a boundless, golden stream, dissolved old fears, fulfilling every dream. A grateful heart, held in their soft

Embrace.

For these two lights, my spirit finds its rest, the truest blessings, put through life's gentle test. My unforeseen purpose was found in

Their pure happiness.


Form: Free Verse
Lines: Fifteen