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A Mother's Day Nod

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This poem was inspired by the comment of a young lady in a poetry group I belong to.

A mother is your first line of defense The general who always leads the charge She'll look right through your pleas of innocence Then dress your wounded spirit, in her arms How wise she is, to know when to correct At times will even hand down discipline Demanding daily, that you learn respect Then nightly, ask forgiveness for your sins And when the dreaded day comes, she is gone You're left to fight without her by your side Her wisdom and her love still carry on Her compass will remain, to be your guide My loving mother was a gift from God I pray He passes on, this grateful nod. by Daniel Turner in memory of my loving mother

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Ellen Gwaltney Bales

Date: 3/4/2023 12:09:00 PM

Made me cry, Daniel. Thanks. Ellen Gwaltney Bales

Ellen Gwaltney Bales
Date: 3/5/2023 7:46:00 PM

No, Daniel, don't apologize. I wouldn't consider myself human if I didn't cry occasionally when thinking of my mother. I miss her so much and she left us in 1978. I look forward to seeing her again one day. Cherish your memories--they are precious!

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/4/2023 12:56:00 PM

I'm sorry, I did not mean to make you cry, Ellen. I am glad you liked the poem and am grateful for your visit. My mom is gone so I'll say to you (thanks mom:)

Fin Chuuk

Date: 2/24/2023 5:16:00 PM

This is simply one of the sweetest tribute to a mom. Danny, your poem should be in a hallmark card. So very beautiful. I very much love it :)

Daniel Turner
Date: 2/27/2023 4:01:00 PM

Thank you, Fin. I feel great honor when people read and comment on my older poems. There are so many new ones and it takes a lot of time to read and comment. I appreciate your time and your kindness.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/10/2021 6:22:00 PM

Your dear mother raised a fine son she could be proud of Daniel. This poem gives her worthy praise. You were so fortunate to have had such a lovely mother my friend. I loved your beautiful poem. Best wishes for your good health. Blessings xoxo

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/11/2021 4:57:00 AM

Thank you Ms Connie. I try to live as if she were still alive and not do or say anything she would disapprove of. I appreciate your constant support. Be well sweet lady.

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 5/10/2021 1:22:00 PM

This is such a beautiful poem Daniel. I imagine your mama smiled from heaven with your sweet tribute of her.

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/10/2021 1:38:00 PM

Thank you, Bj. That is a lovely thought. I appreciate your kindness and hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day:)

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 5/8/2021 10:42:00 AM

A wonderful tribute to your mom. I am sure He will pass your words to your mom. God Bless. phyl

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/9/2021 5:49:00 PM

Thank you, Phyllis. I appreciate your kindness. I hope you had a wonderful Mother's day:)

Judy Ball

Date: 5/6/2021 2:54:00 PM

How lovely Daniel. I'm sure your mom would love this. Love it. God Bless and Happy Mother's Day to you too. JB

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/7/2021 10:43:00 AM

Thank you, Judy. That is very kind of you. Be well and God Bless:)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 5/5/2021 7:01:00 PM

A beautiful tribute to your late mother Daniel. All mothers are wonderful, I miss mine very much too…Belle

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/5/2021 7:44:00 PM

Thank you, Belle. I used to talk to mine almost everyday. I miss her so much. She was my number one fan. I know you do. Happy Mother's Day Belle:)

Janice Canerdy

Date: 5/5/2021 3:37:00 PM

Another beautiful, moving sonnet from the pen of a fine sonneteer, Danny. Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/5/2021 7:42:00 PM

Thank you Janice. i truly value your opinion. i appreciate your kindness and support:)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/5/2021 1:57:00 PM

You have written a beautiful sonnet in her memory, Danny. I know she smiles down from heaven on you!

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/5/2021 7:41:00 PM

Thank you, Andrea. It is a comforting thought:) Stay safe girl.

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 5/5/2021 8:28:00 AM

This is such a lovely great tribute to your mother Daniel... I loved this line 'dress your wounded spirit in her arms'... God bless... ~ Ani

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/5/2021 8:54:00 AM

Thank you, Anitha. (Such a lovely name:) I appreciate your kindness and support.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 5/4/2021 10:47:00 PM

How true that the first and best teacher should be your mother. Although it is a pity some abuse their power.

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/5/2021 4:19:00 AM

Thank you, Victor. I had the the best one:)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/4/2021 5:05:00 PM

Extremely sweet, loving write. Daniel. Mom's the best, ergo the toughest loss. Happy Mother's Day, gw

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/4/2021 6:00:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon. Right back atcha'

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 5/4/2021 3:51:00 PM

Hello Daniel Turner, a mother is so special to her children. She loves them all the same. She is always there for her children showing her strong love for them. I miss my mother. enjoy your evening my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 5/5/2021 11:30:00 AM

Hello Daniel. yes I did thank you. Did you? Thank you. Wiil drop by shortly. Enjoy your day my friend.

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/4/2021 5:58:00 PM

Thank you Darlene. Me too:( A pleasure to see you again. I hope you have a wonderful evening also.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 5/4/2021 1:46:00 PM

No greater memory then that of my mom Daniel. She helped me become the woman I am today. She was strict but she was always there. Thank you for sharing your heart, Blessings.

Daniel Turner
Date: 5/4/2021 1:51:00 PM

Thank you, Rose. I appreciate the kindness of your constant support and encouragement. Be well young lady:)