"A Reflection"

The flow of nature quite, calm

roaring, deadly

turning life into a shambles

or creating beauty

in each sunrise and sunset

a butterfly tickles

the air

a mother's tears

creates a minor river

because a child is no more

and life goes on

with God's available hand

in moments of laughter

or of sorrow

bring peace to the past

giving hope

for the elusive tomorrow

to the alone

the very friendly

the Father offers joy and balm.

dc riggs  13 Jan 2005

A baby is born:

   The Debut of Emily

A child is born

a gift of Almighty God

the fruit

of Robin and David's union

Emily Winbery

loved and cherished

by family, friends

and by God

may her days be long

happy, fulfilling

as the peace of Christ Jesus

fills her, overflowing

to bless all who know her

for she is Emily

proud yet humble

beautiful baby

a future lovely Lady

Texas born

a gift of Almighty God

someday in Christ to be reborn.

dc riggs  17 January 2005