But there’s no one who’s special just like you

Last year, I wrote a series of 8 lighthearted poems for my baby while brainstorming for a project at work. I was early in my pregnancy and had all the feels.

­­­­­You make the world a better place.

From the highest mountains to the deepest seas,

To the hearts of the forests full of towering trees –

With all your thoughts and your smiling face,

You make the whole world a better place.

You’ve got the power.

It’s not about muscles or how fast you can run.

It’s not even about winning or being number 1.

Power’s something else – it’s a different kind of strong.

And friend, you’re powerful. You have been all along.

Your kindness shines.

Wherever you go, your kindness shines.

It glows across town and even state lines.

It illuminates the earth and out into space –

Your kindness shines in every place.

Believe in yourself.

It’s easy to doubt yourself and ask,

“Can I do this?” before a big, scary task.

If anyone can, we all know it’s you.

So believe in yourself – like the rest of us do.  

Don’t give up.

Climb obstacles. Take small steps, every day.

Try to ignore what the nay-sayers say.

Always remember life’s a half-full cup.

And even when it’s hard, don’t give up.

I’m proud of you.

You have a playful spirit and a kind heart.

You make me laugh and are super smart.

If you didn’t know, I just have to say:

You make me proud, every single day.

 

You’re one-of-a-kind.

Everyone’s unique in their own unique way,

Just like each sculpture, made out of clay.

There are people I know and people I knew,

But there’s no one who’s special just like you.  

Dream big.

You’ve got places to see and things to do.

Wishes and dreams and grand ideas, too.

From how high you fly to how deep you dig,

Never, ever stop dreaming big.