Thinking of Mum

On Mother's day, thinking of her, neither here nor there in a nursing home 200 miles away

On Mother's Day far away

five counties to the west,

she rests in the same old chair.

I can barely bring myself to recall

her former glory, such is the pain

of her remaining days.

I will see her soon,

I'd give her the moon and stars

and every bluebell in my wood of dreams.

She means the world to me

even though her broken seams

stretch all the fibres of my being.

I love you Mum, always will,

curse this bitter pill that old age brings

I rage at its injustice, but love you more

for the soreness I feel at the core of me.

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

“I’d give her the moon and stars..and every bluebell in my wood of dreams”-so poignant and heartfelt Chris, as is your entire poem for your beloved mother. Beautiful metaphor, painful imagery and a deep lament for what once was-“her former glory”, yes I know this too my friend and you bring back memories of my own little “Mommy”. Tears and tears and tears ago. And sometimes angel dreams bring joy until wakening to loss, again. You lovingly honor your mother in all her frailty and strength. “Mother” is a sacred word. Thank you so much for this beautiful, very personal write. Xo

[Chris Shaw]

What a beautiful response you have left here for me Annette. I really feel for you and the loss you still experience for your own dear mommy. Of course you also will be thinking about her on special anniversaries. You take care now.

Chris

[Grace]

A poignant reminder of the passing of time Chris. A beautiful, heartfelt touch running all the way through this. Mothers are to be cherished and I can see how deeply you feel in this emotional read. For indeed it was very emotional for me as you echo my thoughts on my mum now resting in a better place.
Thank you for posting this.

Grace.

[HB Rita]

I wish if i could have millions rating for this! 100 for now

[Chris Shaw]

You are too kind. I thank you my friend.

Chris

[HB Rita]

You deserve it

[HB Rita]

Mother is a word that can not be spelled wrong neither can fill up the gap. I was worry about losing my Mother (since she is nearly 70) while reading your poem! It breaks my heart to think that my Mother has to say goid bye to me some day.
You said,’I would give her moon and stars’... the lines are very heart touching. You have wrote a touchy poem with all your heart for your mother. I believe, she read it! She got your messages! Trust me!

[Chris Shaw]

Your response to my lines is truly beautiful, and I thank you from my heart. I appreciate this visit so much. All good wishes.

Chris

[HB Rita]

You welcome dear

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Hi Chris I know how you feel I’ve been through this too with my mum xx sadly now gone thanks for sharing

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Julie, thank you so much for your response. Sorry to hear you had the same with your mum. It is so distressing.

All good wishes

Chris

[Ted Kniffen]

I had lunch with my mum yesterday...she really didn't recognize me, but that's what we deal with. Dementia is a cruel disease.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Ted. It's such a sad situation and it appears to be so common nowadays. I am so sorry about your Mum. I know how you feel.

Chris

[Richard M]

Dearest Chris, Thank you for sharing your heart in this very touching, very personal and beautiful poem. Thinking of you and yours. Love and prayers (((HUGS)))

[Chris Shaw]

I am so thankful for your lovely review and your thoughts Richard. All good wishes.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

The love you feel for your mom brought tears to my eyes, Chris. I felt that way about my mom too....and I miss her everyday. Even if she lives far from you, you can smile knowing she is alive and you can speak with her. I remember watching my mom fade into someone very different from the strong woman who raised me. It is not easy, is it? Your words touched my heart. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much for your understanding Lydi**. it is far from easy as you know yourself.

Chris

[Rye]

such a heartfelt write, I feel sadness yet beauty in your words.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Ryanna. I appreciate your thoughts and your visit. You are welcome here.
read moreThank you so much Ryanna. I appreciate your thoughts and your visit. You are welcome here.

Chris

[Dave]

Chris -
You evoke so many sad, but honest memories. Mothers are the foundations of our families and it seems that we all too often forget it. When I reflect on all that my own had to endure more and more I come to realize she was a saint. Thank you for offering the time for reflection.

Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

At times you do not appreciate what you have, until it is taken from your grasp. Many thanks Dave for your thoughtful review. All good wishes, hoping all in your world is happy.

Chris

[Sarah K Cass]

I could really feel this, Chris as I identified with the feelings. Love the "I’d give her the moon and stars..and every bluebell in my wood of dreams”-

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Amber for reading and visiting. Much appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris