For Lizzie
FOR LIZZIE
I do not live by drawing breath
By drink or beat of heart
I live by love my purpose to
My child all joy impart.
My drug, her unexpected smile
What e'er the reason be
I could for days float on a high
And on her laugh OD.
As she has grown to womanhood
I'm filled with admiration
The love she shows to all she meets
Regardless of their station.
She's never won a Pageant crown
Or medal made of gold
Yet she is a priceless human being
Whose soul I get to hold.
She is too perfect for this world
Whose judgment's skewed by hate
And many may not see her worth
Until it's far too late.
So I count myself the richest queen
My thanks will never falter
For I've been blessed with two in one:
A treasure and a daughter.
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