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his heart beats strong now
within his small chest
a babe newly born could
hardly find a breath
his clear blue eyes show
a window to his soul
blond hair & dimpled chin
he’s such a dapper fellow
came to dig in my garden
right along his dad’s side
a shovel bigger than he is
accomplishment & pride
even though the work was hard
never was there a complaint
he only asked his mom this
‘how much do kids make?’
© July 2013
Renee Espriu
My seven year old grandson can work hard just like his dad in my garden but he’s smart, this one, as he knows there is a bit of money to be had? Just loved it when he asked. Here’s to you, Wyatt!
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he..he….give him some coins/dollars to buy ice cream or something ~ kids nowadays are smart, smiles ~
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They are so smart. He was certainly anxious to come back the next time around to dig some more. Smiles.
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ha. he sounds like my son…how much do i make doing this…smiles. so cute as well when they want to work right alongside a parent too…smiles.
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Thanks Brian! Yeah! He had it all figured out and wanted to help but then on the other hand…money would be nice. Smiles.
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= ) Nothing like money to motivate, they learn at a young age.
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You are right about that. Mom did give him some so yes, he wanted to help again.
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What a refreshing poem about youth. I really liked it.
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Thank You and for visiting!
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Thanks for digging
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A clever poem about an apparently very clever little boy. Nice! đŸ™‚
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Thanks Jamie! He is a very clever boy. đŸ™‚
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I believe that the going rate for grandson’s labor is an ice cream cone and a huge hug. I really enjoyed your poem.
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Thank you so much! I am often inspired by my grandchildren and adult children as well.
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Renee, with the exception of asking for pay, this could have been Riley at that age. I did so much volunteer work with her at my side, she never expected recompense.
I loved the shovel bigger than he is! Charming picture.
I have not been around, either, moving and then a tooth extraction, yikes. Thanks for taking time to stop by my blog, hon. Hope all is well! Amy
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Thank you Amy and good to see you here! When the dust has settled I will send you an email. Glad you are well. Smiles!
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Smiling Renee, Kids today are always on the Ball………. lovely poem and so good he helps in the garden despite him asking for a reward.. xox
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Smiles to you as well. My grandson worked so hard and was in so much earnest. He did get a little something. He has a good heart.
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So funny – what a lovely picture you paint here, Renee
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The shovel was so much bigger than himself but that did not stop him from digging right in to help. Thank You!
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