on making a baby

I failed the first request,

To help her make a baby.

on our second night together,

as a couple.

The first night had been, 

a pajama night.

I was aware, 

before we wed,

she had an infertility issue.

Many more times, we sought,

and failed to create a baby,

together.

We were not aware of my,

infertility issue.

We would discover this fact,

after six more months,

together.

Together we have been, now,

for three decades.

We have raised two babies,

together.

The gift from the handmaiden,

who loved us four.

Together, with her parents,

we raised two more, babies.

Together as one family unit.

Now we help our daughter and son,

to raise one more baby,

a gift to us all. 

May you enjoy your gift,

of the babies.

If God or the handmaiden,

to you, have not provided such a gift.

I hope you discover joy,

in helping other parents,

to raise their babies.