Sleep, Angel Sleep

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    My sister phoned me and told me of another angel in heaven...her name: Kyra (I hope I spelled it right?).

    Sleep, Angel Sleep

    Newborn --- wet, loud,
      senior --- old, grey,
    foal in the meadow,
      captain on the bay.

    Death comes, to new, to old,
      eternal sleep, nap too long,
    our bodies wither, they weaken,
      yet spirits mature, grow strong.

    Sleep angel, sleep,
      no worries anymore,
    silence of the crib,
      metronome beating shore.

    Kyra’s at play,
      cradled by God,
    her spirit embraced,
      we gratefully applaud.
        © 2008 Randolph D. Brown, Jr.

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    Madelynn commented on Sleep, Angel Sleep

    03-03-2010

    This lullaby is a song of pure peace to this baby saint. I am sorry for your loss, and I feel that this piece is the most beautiful embrace you could have given to your brave sister. She is so fortunate to have you! May Kyra's light always shine!-Maddi
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    Shilohii65

    03/08/2010

    I thank you for the kind words. my sister phoned me bout a baby she knew which died. i never met Kyra, but my sis spoke with such emotion & passion, it touched my heart.

    Isaiahjanae commented on Sleep, Angel Sleep

    02-26-2010

    Wow ~ Such a GOOD poem about her young & short visit here on Earth. She lived for 17 days... We rejoice God took her home to Heaven, but we do not understand WHY. So sad.....
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