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A Complex Thing

Today’s the day for big bouquets And hugs or other warm displays To reassure each mother hen She’d choose to do it all again. For motherhood’s a complex thing – Though joy and pleasure it can bring, When all her fledglings leave the nest, An ache may surface in her chest. She’ll reminisce and be amazed How quickly all her kids were raised. With luck, there’ll be a sturdy bond To keep them linked for years beyond. And so this day, they come or call – A simple message says it all: On Mothers’ Day, we won’t forget You gave us love; we’re in your debt.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2013




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Date: 5/14/2013 1:45:00 AM
:) Ilene dear...loved this tribute. My 18 year old is away and I am very familiar with that ache in the chest. She is my only one...no others...Children are a treasure. How I wish I had given her a brother or sister to play with. Lovely...hugs
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Date: 5/13/2013 10:21:00 PM
a cute little poem for mothers. And a happy day I hope it was for YOU.
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Date: 5/13/2013 4:10:00 PM
Hope you had a wonderful mothers day ilene. Love the tribute poem. :)
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