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Mother May I

When I am grown and full of things May I be known as a beautiful queen Just like you are so politically proud Love spirited heart beneath cocoa breast of brown That nurses faithful joy Blessing someone every day Giving praise to the Lord Rocking babies baking cakes May I give as much and live as well Earn your tender touch Of prophecy time will tell And for many moons Can my children maze How natural beauty blooms So true it never fades May I live as to honor you Mother may I be like you

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Hilda Greenhough

Date: 4/23/2024 7:01:00 PM

I enjoy this poem which pays tribute to a mother's love. It was interesting to be written from a child's point of view. It was an excellent read. Thank you for your talent.

Karen Jones
Date: 4/24/2024 12:43:00 AM

Aw you are so sweet poetess! Thank you Hilda!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/9/2024 7:25:00 PM

Such a sweet tribute to your Mom --- and to your writing skill. Kudos, Gershon

Karen Jones
Date: 3/10/2024 12:14:00 AM

I appreciate your kindness Gershon.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/9/2024 1:24:00 PM

a loving tribute to your mother and what she did for you. Your heart shines through in this poem. I'm sure you are (or will be) a great mom, just like yours. On another note, I hoped to be a mother like mine was for me. Never had the chance actually as hubby and I didn't have our own children. I am a stepmother to three of his children, each of whom has not really accepted me, even after 40+ years. Ah, sigh.

Karen Jones
Date: 3/9/2024 1:58:00 PM

Thanks for reading and yes my mom is a rock! My son is on this site poet Tahj Jones. I am a single mom and I did the best I could. So sorry his kids haven’t opened their heart to you. You are a sweet soul and deserve that. Keep your head up life has a way of humbling people. Hugs

Duke Beaufort

Date: 3/9/2024 5:24:00 AM

A wonderful tribute to moms. The way you phrase this, I am convinced you will be at least as good or better. When you can "see" like this, it reveals what you are made of. A real privilege to read what comes from your heart.

Karen Jones
Date: 3/9/2024 5:58:00 AM

I’m a mom and not perfect but my love is great! My mom is incredible and inspired this poem of course ! My son is an only child now in his 30s ! He is on this site poet Tahj Jones. He works full time and is a full time college student! I’m very proud as a single parent he managed to stay out of trouble and be a good person with great character

Janice Canerdy

Date: 3/8/2024 8:17:00 PM

Karen, this descriptive poem conveys a sweet, touching message--very moving. Janice

Karen Jones
Date: 3/8/2024 8:19:00 PM

Aw thank you Janice!