5-10-12 Say “Thank You”

For every time they fuss and fret,

And every time the diaper’s wet,

For hours of sleep you’ll never get - -

Remember to say “Thank you.”

For all the spit-up on your dress,

The lovely house that’s now a mess,

And busy days so full of stress - -

Remember to say “Thank you.”

For there are those with empty arms

Who wouldn’t mind keeping bottles warm,

Who pray the Father, pray the Son,

Hoping for a little one.

And if that dream perhaps comes true,

They won’t forget to say “Thank you.”

~~Lisa Hyman Johnson