Daniel Turner Poet Sonnet

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

A Mother's Day Nod

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 March 4, 2023 at 12:09 PM Made me cry, Daniel. Thanks. Ellen Gwaltney Bales Ellen Gwaltney Bales March 5, 2023 at 7:46 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 March 4, 2023 at 12:56 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 February 24, 2023 at 5:16 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 February 27, 2023 at 4:01 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 May 10, 2021 at 6:22 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 May 11, 2021 at 4:57 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 May 10, 2021 at 1:22 PM This is such a beautiful poem Daniel. I imagine your mama smiled from heaven with your sweet tribute of her. Daniel Turner May 10, 2021 at 1:38 PM Thank you, Bj. That is a lovely thought. I appreciate your kindness and hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day:)

Phyllis Babcock May 8, 2021 at 10:42 AM A wonderful tribute to your mom. I am sure He will pass your words to your mom. God Bless. phyl Daniel Turner May 9, 2021 at 5:49 PM Thank you, Phyllis. I appreciate your kindness. I hope you had a wonderful Mother's day:)

Judy Ball May 6, 2021 at 2:54 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 May 7, 2021 at 10:43 AM Thank you, Judy. That is very kind of you. Be well and God Bless:)

Beryl Edmonds May 5, 2021 at 7:01 PM A beautiful tribute to your late mother Daniel. All mothers are wonderful, I miss mine very much too…Belle Daniel Turner May 5, 2021 at 7:44 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 May 5, 2021 at 3:37 PM Another beautiful, moving sonnet from the pen of a fine sonneteer, Danny. Janice Daniel Turner May 5, 2021 at 7:42 PM Thank you Janice. i truly value your opinion. i appreciate your kindness and support:)

Andrea Dietrich May 5, 2021 at 1:57 PM You have written a beautiful sonnet in her memory, Danny. I know she smiles down from heaven on you! Daniel Turner May 5, 2021 at 7:41 PM Thank you, Andrea. It is a comforting thought:) Stay safe girl.

Anitha Jayasankar May 5, 2021 at 8:28 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 May 5, 2021 at 8:54 AM Thank you, Anitha. (Such a lovely name:) I appreciate your kindness and support.

Victor Buhagiar May 4, 2021 at 10:47 PM How true that the first and best teacher should be your mother. Although it is a pity some abuse their power. Daniel Turner May 5, 2021 at 4:19 AM Thank you, Victor. I had the the best one:)

Gershon Wolf May 4, 2021 at 5:05 PM Extremely sweet, loving write. Daniel. Mom's the best, ergo the toughest loss. Happy Mother's Day, gw Daniel Turner May 4, 2021 at 6:00 PM Thank you, Gershon. Right back atcha'

Darlene De Beaulieu May 4, 2021 at 3:51 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 May 5, 2021 at 11:30 AM Hello Daniel. yes I did thank you. Did you? Thank you. Wiil drop by shortly. Enjoy your day my friend. Daniel Turner May 4, 2021 at 5:58 PM Thank you Darlene. Me too:( A pleasure to see you again. I hope you have a wonderful evening also.

Mystic Rose Rose May 4, 2021 at 1:46 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 May 4, 2021 at 1:51 PM Thank you, Rose. I appreciate the kindness of your constant support and encouragement. Be well young lady:)