The Gift Within

The Gift Within

I held my tummy in the shower caressing it in slow smooth circles as the water struck my shoulders and I looked down as if to be able to see inside myself.
Tilting my head back toward the stream of water I held my breathe and closed my eyes.
Thank you, God for this child.
Only you and I know at this point.  There is a segment of time when you have this secret to yourself.
How will I announce to my love that there is a gift within me that we have made.
My foot steps out on to the mat.  You hand me my
towel and wrap my shoulders in it's softness.
Pulling me into your embrace I think you read my mind.
Kissing my wet neck sends a thrill down my back.
I take your hand and place it over the life we have created together.
I do not have to say a word as I wipe the tears from your eyes.

Cathy Windham
1/14/14