a bit of palindrome written to a picture worth much more than a thousand words,
maybe even a thousand infinities, to me
Always
remember how much you’re loved
my child
and child of
my child
remember how much you’re loved
always.
My oldest son and his baby girl, Micah.
He named her. Micah means “Who is like God?”
Answer: No one, no one, no one…
But the steadfast love of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children… Psalm 103:17
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with thanks to Two Writing Teachers for the Slice of Life Story Challenge every day in the month of March.
lit bits and pieces 
Oh Fran, that is the sweetest photo! I love the poem especially these words “my child/ and child/ of my child”. I love your configuration of your words; they would make a beautiful, poetic card like a keepsake. Or maybe a bookmark, or on a photo frame and you could frame the photo, or an embroidery, or a ceramic dish, pot with a plant in it… Have you ever seen glass dishes that you can write on and paint on? Your poem seems like it would be perfect on something crafty. Do you know what I mean? 🙂
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It is one of my favorite photos, ever – I do know what you mean about turning the poem into a keepsake. It is written as one! Something for me to ponder – thank you, Gail.
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Fran, this is beautiful in so many ways. It captures perfectly the special love of a grandparent and the everlasting love of the Lord. 💜
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Thank your for your words and sensing all the layers of love, Rita.
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What a beautiful palindrome poem! It unfolds so beautifully, like a breath. Or perhaps a prayer. Lovely!
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Such lovely words in response – thank you, Molly. It is like a prayer, beating deep in my heart.
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So beautiful, the words and the photo. God bless the little one.
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Thank you for your words of blessing, Lakshmi.
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I should know that I will always enjoy a rich reward when I stop by, Fran, and this poem with the image really make my day. It makes me sentimental and I think of my own sons and what the future may bring into their lives.
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Thank you for these words, Sherri – these days are full of deep joy for me. I wish the same for you and your boys. ❤
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Fran, so much to love here! The Bible verse is perfect, the photo shows how much she has grown (she has your eyes, Franna!) and how precious she is, and your palindromic poem is a gem. Those are so challenging to write – I look at what you have done here and love how the picture, the words, the verse, the love all flows together – sweet like a confection, and full of the rich meat of life right there in one post. A full course meal, just to savor.
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Kim, my daughter-in-law has always said that she sees me in Micah, even thinking her profile was like mine in the ultrasound. Strong resemblance to many of my baby pictures…and her dad’s, and her uncle’s…in this photo, her eyes are very like mine. ❤
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Just beautiful, there is nothing deeper than the love for a child and grandchild, and you have captured that in both words and image. I am also happy for you to have this little one in your life.
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She is a beautiful you, every day – thank you, Colleen!
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How delightfully precious! Every moment to be savoured and I know you will! Lovely name and lovely moment captured for ever in the photo and the poem.
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I absolutely savor every moment. So much so that I hardly have words for it. ❤
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This has a beautiful unfolding, as another commenter said. It reminds me of butterfly wings as well. Have you ever read George Herbert’s “Easter Wings”?…a very old poem to connect to your very young poem.
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I cannot recall reading “Easter Wings” but am on my way to do so…thank you!
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Fran, I love your son’s and Micah’s facial expressions. So many memories you will all make together! Glorious days!
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Their expressions are priceless, yes – as are the moments. Many thanks, Joanne!
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Precious poem and precious picture!! Loved this!
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You are perfecting your poetic prowess, Fran. This one should be printed and displayed right next to the picture, on the wall of Micah’s room, forever and a day.
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A display would be so lovely – thank you for the suggestion and for your words, Chris.
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Absolutely beautiful words and image! It seems like a palindrome poem would be hard!!!
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Palindrome poems ARE rather challenging; this one is simple but I’ve read some astounding ones.Thank you for these words!
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A mirror into your heart, Fran. Thanks for sharing your great love for your son and baby girl. Thanks for sharing why the baby is called Micah. It is an amazing name and so is your love.
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Thank you for you lovely words, Carol – so much amazing love and grace here, all around. This is one of my favorite photos.
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