SHADES OF COLOR

My next child was a very pale yellow or olive skin
I will never forget the trumpet sound when its life did begin
Truly a beautiful child with such a wondrous smile
A child to be a delight forever and not just once in a while.

Sometimes the eyes were oval and gave it a new look
With a beauty and color for which I could write a book
There is much more that I could write
But it would take away moments which I want to keep in sight.

This child whose genes came from lands of long ago
Into this nation with parents who will protect and love it so
Often leaving behind those who were a family or relation
Hopefully in time they also to become part of this great nation.

They will support the obligation to those left behind
Not just monetary value but words to remember and be kind.

~A.H.O.~