Kim Rodrigues Poet Tanka

A Mothers Shine

cradle of the womb
a mother pats, gives a name
countenance changes
a mother’s shine - God’s glory
preparations made - a safe space

she cups newborn’s head
the smallest body a part
of her soul for years
either on her shoulder or
next to her heart - a safe place

on pillow, her head
a mother in death’s cradle
daughter feels her heart
she smooths the reflection of
the cross on her chest; mom rests

the cycle of life
a daughter must bear the grief
did mom teach her how
she kept her safe in the womb
her mother’s presence brings peace

5/6/2022

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Caren Krutsinger May 13, 2022 at 11:06 PM This is a lovely poem within a poem Kim "she cups newborn’s head the smallest body a part of her soul for years either on her shoulder or next to her heart - a safe place" Kim Rodrigues May 14, 2022 at 6:41 PM Thank you, Caren! I love that you take the time to see the details. God bless you and hugs ~

Bill Baker May 9, 2022 at 5:19 PM Your poem brought back so many safe moments I felt in my mother's arms. She went to heaven 8 years ago, but still comforts me through my spirit. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill

Gershon Wolf May 7, 2022 at 8:20 PM You brought me into a precious circle of love with this write, Kim. A privilege to experience it. Thanks, Gershon Kim Rodrigues May 8, 2022 at 5:48 AM Thank you so much, Gershon! <3

Valsa George May 7, 2022 at 1:55 AM I know how badly you miss your mother's love. A Lovely series of tanka honoring your mother . From Heaven she will be smiling at this honor, Kim ! Kim Rodrigues May 7, 2022 at 12:19 PM Thank you, Valsa! So strange, the absence. <3

Victor Buhagiar May 7, 2022 at 12:58 AM A beautiful poem. Hugs. Kim Rodrigues May 7, 2022 at 12:20 PM Thank you, Victor!