Child Full of Wonder, Wonderful Child

Mother enfolds her daughter's tiny hand,
"Come, take in the wonder of this ageless land."
Daughter beholds every cranny and nook,
From flowering meadow to bubbling brook.
Bare mountain peak, and bustling town,
Various hued people -red, yellow, brown.
Every soul eager to lift one another,
With boundless love for each sister and brother.

Daughter exclaims, "So much beauty to see,
All Creation entwined harmoniously.
But, will I have a place? Will I know what to do,
When I'm on my own path, and I'm no longer with you?"
Mother smiles, "Precious one, have faith in me.
No less than a Queen, one day you'll be.
However, you will encounter Fear,
The root of all suffering, distant and near.

Cling fiercely to Faith with all your might,
Turn blind eyes to Doubt 'til it's swallowed by night.
Rejoice in the glorious abundance of Earth,
Remember Heaven holds all gifts of true worth.
Though your path may be rocky, you may stumble and fall,
Faith, Hope and Love are given to all.
My angel, whether our hands be joined or apart,
I will forever be with you, in your heart."