Ode to the Yet Unborn

By Grace Sumabat Estrada

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How do I love thee?

Let me count the ways

I love thee with the bated breath of anticipation,

Unburdened by shadows of doubt.

I love thee with untethered confidence

In your perfection and unquestioned clout.

As the first of your generation,

You’re the seed of unshakable faith.

You’ll blaze your own path to glory,

Setting your own tone and pace.

I love thee with the peace of wisdom, 

Unbothered by storms that will pass.

Trusting the stronghold of family

For those are the bonds that will last.

I love thee, oh unborn baby!

I dream of adventures galore.

And though I have yet to behold you,

Each day, I love you more and more!