Hello everyone!
This is a special Mother's Day letter for my mother, since I cannot be home in person to give her a card or a present. She has supported me throughout my writing, encouraging me to be creative, so I thought it would be fitting to immortalize her on this site.
Mom... this is for you. [And also please forgive me; I'm not a very good poet].
To My Mom
I know it's cliché, to praise how much you do for me.
From sticking by my side when no one else would,
Or helping me out whenever you could.
I know that you always have and will be
The best mother that I could ask for.
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But I don't mind clichés; the word's a good fit.
You are amazing, loving and kind,
You're not afraid to speak your mind,
And you don't let anyone give you any sh… crap.
What more could a grateful son ask for?
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Even the little things you do;
From meals, and laundry, and keeping our family in order,
For making sure I washed behind my ears [to avoid an odor].
Honestly, you're the best! And get me through
Each and every day with a smile and sage advice. But what is it for?
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You do not get paid for any of this.
You do so much for our family
And only one day a year do you finally
Get the respect and recognition you deserve. I miss
You and wish that I could do more on this day for
you.
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Though I am not home right now to tell you this in person…
But know that I love you so very much,
And that I cannot hug you and feel your loving touch,
The only touch a mother can give.
The one that tells me…
… it's going to be okay.
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So thank you mom, for all you do.
And know forever that
I love you.
Happy Mother's Day to mothers everywhere! Whether you are still with us or somewhere else, we thank you for your love and sacrifice.
I love you, mom.
Your loving son,
Joseph