Expectation

Well, I have the greatest expectation of all this year... totally unexpected... for I am to be a GRANDMOTHER !!

My son at 44 is to be a first time father. Unfortunately their wedding was twice postponed last year... but there you are, these things happen! 

So I've been sewing, knitting and crocheting for the 'expected ' child. Whose sex is not to be revealed it seems. Therefore most of the items made include 'neutral' colours... lots of yellow, turquoise, jade, orange and the like. A couple of days ago I received a delivery of stretch fabrics so that I can make suitable clothes.. .the only thing is - I have not had any dealings with babies for over 40 years! Trying to draft patterns is rather interesting to say the least. The one book I have must be equally as old and refers to 'layettes', nightgowns and smocking! 

       

I have been at a loss, however, to express my feelings in any writing so I attempted yesterday evening to jot down a few lines....

To You
When you are born
What joy you'll bring
I've waited a long time
To meet you , say "Hello,
Welcome to the world."

When you are toddling
What strife you'll bring.
No holding you back.
Walking towards life
And all it's adventures.

When you are learning,
What knowledge you'll gain.
I'll learn beside you.
We'll share time together -
Absorbing knowledge.

When you reach the teenage years
What angst you'll have
Toward the world in general.
But we'll work together
And succeed in the end.

Probably I'll not see you wed.
What love you will have-
For you will be grown
And ready to embark
On life's continuing adventure.


Thanks for reading, Kath.