Since I'm busy revising at the moment, taking a short break from GABI, I looked back through Stella's story. Digging through my notes to organize a rough rubric to work the second draft by I found her nursery rhyme. It warmed my heart though it's still not quite perfect, for me at least(I think the syllables just aren't right). So since I don't know when I'll post something here again, that's not a draft, here's a little lullaby I wrote from her mother's perspective;
"La Mia Stella don't you cry.
You’ll be alright, come morning light.
If you’re scared, I’ll wipe your tears.
In my arms the shadows disappear.
My heavy hands are yours to hold.
Mommy will never leave you cold.
Your souls a fire, shine your light
And we’ll trade sleep for one more night.
If you can’t see me, close your eyes.
Hear my words, I’m by your side.
When you’re alone, just stay right there.
The moment’s fleeting, I’m still right here.
I'll sing this song for one last time.
La mia anima, remember you’ll be alright.”
~ Sleep tight blossoms ❤