Letter To Mummy

Remember, mummy… Remember that I am a gift from God, the richest of all blessings; Do not attempt to mould me in your image, or my dad’s, siblings, friends or neighbours; I am an individual and should be permitted to be myself. Remember not to crush my spirit when I fail; Don’t compare me with others who outshine me. Remember to discipline me with firmness and reason; Do not let your anger throw you off balance; If I know you’re fair, you’ll not lose my respect or my love. Remember that each child needs two parents; When you side with me against dad, I’ll have feelings of guilt, confusion and insecurity. Remember not to hand me everything my little heart desires; Otherwise, I will never know the thrill of earning or the joy of saving. Remember not to make threats in anger, Or impossible promises when you’re in a generous mood; To me, your word means everything; When I cannot believe in you or dad, I’ll have difficulty believing in anything. Remember that there is dignity in labour; Whether performed with callous hands that shoved coal, Or with skilled fingers that manipulate surgical instruments. Let me know that a useful life is a blessed one, And that a life of ease and pleasure-seeking is empty and meaningless. Remember not to try to protect me from every small blow and little disappointments; Adversity strengthens character and makes us compassionate; Trouble is the great equalizer, let me learn it. Remember to teach me to love GOD and fellowmen; And, mum, please, don’t send me to church/mosque or fellowship, Take me there! Thank you mum for reading my letter through. I am sure you know I love and appreciate you. But, in case, some of the words sting, And, you’re now not sure of my heart, I love you, mum, I really do! From your child…