Lullaby

September 20th, 2008; 6:44 AM

Current mood:sleepy

Lullaby's exemplify the sweet serenity and deep sense of security of a child's world. That innocence is so precious. I loved that feeling. -Even though I didn't realize it at the time. I had never experienced anything different, so it was impossible for me to have a full appreciation of it. It was such a gift though. I truly felt like the world loved and cared about me. That I was special. And that everyone really wanted to nurture me. To see me grow and flourish. To be brilliant and enthusiastic. I thought that the world was a friendly place. And that people reached, sought, and endeavored to be happy and to see each other be happy. To help lift each other up. I thought that my destiny was something wonderful. And that I was not alone. That this is how the world was for all of us. (I had no idea.) But looking back on it now. I still find these kinds of thoughts the most comforting to me. They are the kinds of experiences that give my heart peace. It's the kind of world that every parent tries to create for their child. A little place of safety, security, love, and room to grow.

Sleep my baby, at my breast,

'Tis a mother's arms round you.

Make yourself a snug, warm nest.

Feel my love forever new.

Harm will not meet you in sleep,

Hurt will always pass you by.

Child beloved, always you'll keep,

In sleep gentle, mother's breast nigh.

Sleep in peace tonight, sleep,

O sleep gently, what a sight.

A smile I see in slumber deep,

What visions make your face bright?

Are the angels above smiling,

At you in your peaceful rest?

Are you beaming back while in

Peaceful slumber on mother's breast?

Do not fear the sound, it's a breeze

Brushing leaves against the door.

Do not dread the murmuring seas,

Lonely waves washing the shore.

Sleep child mine, there's nothing here,

While in slumber at my breast,

Angels smiling, have no fear,

Holy angels guard your rest.