Sleeping Beauties

As I Watch You Sleep

Wanda L. Gossett

I watched a little face sleeping,

Eyelashes fluttering so,

I wondered of the dream you were having,

and if Angles were playing there.

I watched a little face sleeping,

Your little mouth was smiling so,

I hope that you are as happy as me,

holding you in my arms.

I watched a little face sleeping,

making sure of the breath you take,

to watch you breathe and keep you safe,

is all that matters to me.

I watched a little face sleeping,

holding your small hand in mine,

five little fingers on each hand,

as one hangs onto mine.

I watched a little face sleeping,

and as I prayed to myself,

I thank God for letting me

watch a little face sleeping.