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Nativity by Gertrude Kasebier c 1901

Following the angel’s appearance months ago,
A young woman – mystified, yet willing –
Subjected herself to ridicule
While readying for the baby whose presence
Began making itself evident. 

Then came the night
On the heels of a long and arduous journey
In humbleness of setting and witness. 

How prepared was the young woman’s weary body
And emotion-laden heart
For the miracle of birth,
Let alone this Miracle of Birth – this holy night
That culminates in pulling her newborn son to her breast,
Offering life-giving milk
To the very One who created life,
And came to offer it eternal. 

What God is this who would choose this humble,
Implausible means
Out of love for a sinner? 

My God.

My God…

©  2013, Marie Elena Good