Mother

A poem about one of the most important people in my life: My mother. I hope you all enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

Mother

If ever there was a word to describe you,

Then perhaps I would not be struggling so hard to unearth the right thing to say.

But the truth is: There is no one word to describe you.

 

Diligently working like a slave for a job that pays a mere minimum wage.

Knowing you need the sleep but the money a bit more.

So, like a bat, you work through the night.

Late to bed and early to rise seems to be the motto you live by.

 

Your life restrained by that busy schedule of yours:

Teaching, working, and mothering seem to be the order of each day.

But no matter how tough it might’ve gotten, I’ve never once seen you complain.

 

So yes, mother

There is no one word to describe you nor the well of gratitude many feel towards you.

But if I had to try, well, why bother?

You’ve escaped a straight definition.

Author's Note

Let me know what you think!

Reviews

[highwalls]

This is such a touching peace of work. My mom is one of the best human beings I have ever had the chance to meet and I'm pretty sure many people feel like- wise. Yet it is such a disappointment when we don't seem to acknowledge her hard work, when we know what she goes through and yet keep asking more from her. One day dedicated to her is not enough compared to the many things she does for us 24/7, 365 days a year. And you are very right, there is no one word to describe her. It goes beyond words. Lovely.

[Tashida]

Thank you for taking the time to review! I am glad you enjoyed it as much as I did writing it!

[JoeM]

A very well done tribute to that very important person in all of our lives.

[Tashida]

Thank you soooo much! :)

[Makrix Mottle]

This describes my mom so well.

[Tashida]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[matrixmark]

This poem is beautifully written and it is so true in many working families lifes. A mother or father having to work all the hours which God sends is so so tough for many. A very touching and moving poem, beautifully and elagantly written.

Mark.

[Sira YR]

Amaaaaaazing!!!!! You are truly a talented writer and I bet ur mom was really touched by the thoughtful words you put in it.

[Tashida]

Thank you for the review!