October 19, 2022

Love Needs No Words

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There are many challenges when a little one can’t speak.
Is she sick or tired or just having a rough day or week?
What is she thinking or feeling right now?
I know there’s more inside, but how do I reach her? How?
Will she play and interact with me?
Or is she just content flitting to and fro like a bee?
Then I think of things that need no words,
She knows I’m Mom, and I know I’m hers.
I’ll be there for her,
To advocate, teach and pray.
I don’t know what the future holds,
I’ll just be there, each step of the way.
She is amazing, strong, brave and sweet.
Her brain moves fast and doesn’t miss a beat.
I love you, my girl. I’ll be here for you.
Love needs no words, but I’ll say it again,
I love you.
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Joy Leafgreen

Joy Leafgreen lives in Des Moines, Iowa and is an educator, wife and mom to two girls. Her oldest daughter, Brynna (age 3) is nonverbal and was diagnosed with autism before she turned 2. Joy loves sharing her story and connecting with other families through her Facebook page Brynna’s Journey.

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  1. Pam Shields on October 24, 2022 at 10:36 pm

    Congratulations on a beautiful essay, Joy! Your words are poignant. Sending you a big hug.