Poem For A Little Deer
He was born on a warm spring day in April,
the flowers were just starting to bloom;
the air was filled with a sweet scent,
the birds in a chorus sang
as if to herald a precious event.
Winter was now a forgotten dream
and its blanket of white
had melted away,
to uncover the soft
new growth of green…
And down from the sky
came a golden ray
which warmed the ground
where the little fawn lay
against the warmth of his mother.
He was soft-eyed and brown
with little spots of white,
and when he tried to stand up
he wobbled and fell,
but his mother was soon there—
everything was now alright.
How beautiful he was,
the animals appeared to say…
they stopped in their tracks midway;
the leaves seemed to nod in assent
as they would sway.
All the animals
hoped that his mother would always be there
to care for this gentle fawn so fair;
whenever she would stir,
he would frantically look for her…
But when she was in sight
they would soon reunite;
she would gently muzzle
the little deer as he would cuddle—
everything was again alright.
He loved this place—
the gentle breeze,
the smell of the pine trees,
their resinous sap,
the feel of the tender grass beneath
his hooves…
and the warm sun on his back.
When his mother was near,
the little deer could be seen
exploring the forest
where life abounds;
his ears keen
to listen to all the sounds.
He would run
with all of his might;
he was swift
as the wind!
How he loved the gift
of life.
Insight from this poem
This poem captures the quiet miracle of birth and the sacred tenderness of new life through the image of a newborn fawn and his devoted mother. Nature is not just a backdrop here—it is an active witness, participating in the moment through birdsong, sunlight, flowers, and gentle breezes. The poem reflects innocence, safety, and belonging, portraying the forest as a nurturing sanctuary where love and protection are instinctive and constant. The mother’s presence becomes a symbol of security and trust, showing how love teaches courage, exploration, and confidence. As the fawn grows bolder, the poem reveals a deeper truth: that life is both fragile and resilient, held together by care, connection, and wonder. Ultimately, the poem celebrates life as a gift—pure, joyful, and sacred—reminding us that tenderness, protection, and love are the foundations upon which all living beings learn to thrive.