I Wonder

I wonder, as she held him closely,

Wrapped in warm and swaddling bands,

Did she wonder what her Father asked

From tiny, trembling hands?

I wonder, as they brought him presents,

Gifts so treasured and so rare,

Did she wonder at the offering

Held within her tender care?

I wonder, as she saw him walking,

Learning every awkward step,

Did she wonder where they'd take him,

Feet just finding balance yet?

I wonder, as she saw him carving,

Working there by Joseph's side,

Did she wonder how he'd use his hands

To serve and bless mankind?

I wonder, when she saw him teaching

Elders in that holy place,

Did she wonder what he'd teach her

As he grew from grace to grace?

I wonder if she hugged him tighter,

Stroked his head and held his hand,

Sensed the weight of future offering,

Sacred, sacrificial Lamb.