Dear Turtle
Dear Turtle,
You started as my Turtle, poking out of your shell.
Now you're in your room on face time on your cell.
It’s hard to believe, that it wasn't long ago,
That you were barely talking, and Dora was your show.
You used to paint your nails and get polish on your hand.
But now you get them done, but not too long ‘cuz you're in band.
You used to sleep in the car, and I remember how relieved I'd feel.
But you cannot do that now, as you're the one behind the wheel.
The years have gone by fast, and now you're almost grown.
I cherish all the memories and each and every milestone.
Seasons will pass and times will change but one thing stays the same,
You're my sweet Madolyn Elise, and Turtle will always be your name.
Love,
Mom
About this poem
This was written for my daughter as her 15th birthday approached. I had a moment where I began reflecting on years passed and was overwhelmed by her incredible growth and change over time.
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Written on October 18, 2022
Submitted by AshleyPYoung on November 11, 2022
Modified on March 05, 2023
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Closest metre | Iambic hexameter |
Characters | 747 |
Words | 164 |
Stanzas | 7 |
Stanza Lengths | 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2 |
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