Once upon a time I held a child,
whose eyes did not match mine.
Its hair a different color,
its smile was just divine.
This child was not born
from my womb,
but given by another,
For me to love and give a home,
to one day call me Mother.
No greater gift
will I receive
or cherish more than this.
Thank you Lord
with all my heart
for granting me my wish."

Author: Linda Paige-Tolis

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