blessing for a baby

welcome to life, little one
you who have been
created by desire
invited by longing
welcomed by hope
i wish for you
now and always
receptive and nurturing arms
Love
that never ceases to see you
just as you are                                                                                                                
beheld this day
precious and amazing being
that you are
may those who have invited you
and agreed to accompany you
recognize and honor
the gift that you also bear
the ways [...]

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