Can You Hear Me Mama

Can you hear me, can you hear me Mama
                                      I’d say when I was four
I “played” my toy piano  
    And she’d say, play some more!


Can you hear me, can you hear me Mama
                                            At sixteen, I did say
She smiled as she applauded
    My song for high school play


Can you hear, can you hear me Mama
                                        I called from overseas  
It’s not the best connection
    She cried, just come home please


Can you hear, can you hear me Mama
                                  Although she can’t, I sigh
I’ll always need for her to know
    Her baby boy’s close by



As Mother's Day approaches, my heart is filled of love!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Junaid Avatar
June 30, 2024 at 12:31 AM
this brought a tear or two to my eyes. such a heartfelt writ, Mike. Much love, Hiba.
Gentile Avatar
June 30, 2024 at 5:33 AM
Thank you so much, Hiba, I am so glad you liked it!
Kulkarni Avatar
May 29, 2024 at 1:47 PM
Very sweet and absolutely touching, Mike!
Gentile Avatar
May 29, 2024 at 5:18 PM
Thank you so much Smita!
Gentile Avatar
May 29, 2024 at 5:17 PM
Thank you so much Smita!
Mcintosh Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:27 PM
Wonderful writing. God bless you and Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:50 AM
Thank you so much Gina xxoo
Theraven Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 8:50 PM
Mike, Feels good when a poem hits you right there. "It’s not the best connection" from a poem called "Can You Hear Me Mama". Bad then perhaps, but connected on a higher plain now. Very well written. -Richard
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:51 AM
Thank you so much Richard!
Nicole Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:21 PM
Dear Mike, your mother will always be near. Her memory lives in your heart, each moment you've shared together. This is beautiful, tender and emotional, all at the same time. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:51 AM
Brandy, thank you so much for your sweet words xxoo
Baker Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 3:01 PM
Beautiful poetry, Mike! Congratulations on your fine POTD, my friend! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:52 AM
Thank you Bill!!
One Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 12:50 PM
Wonderful choice for POTD my friend..
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:51 AM
Thank you Silent One!!
Fernandez-Garcia Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 12:43 PM
Stunning tender tribute to your mum Mike. She would be very proud to read your poem!. Wonderful piece for a POTD. Many Congratulations! Blessings!
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:52 AM
Thank you so much Maria !!
De Beaulieu Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 12:33 PM
Hello Mike , oh this is a lovely poem for POTD Congratulations. also my fav. I can tell you were very close to your mom. She is in your heart. Happy Friday. xxxxx. Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 9:49 AM
Hello Mike, Hi! I hope you are enjoying your day. You are welcome gentile Mike. Enjoy your weekend. xxxx-ooo/Darlene/
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:53 AM
Thank you sweet Darlene xxoo
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May 3, 2024 at 11:50 AM
That’s so lovely Mike, I’m sure your Mama hears and knows her boy is near. Congratulations on receiving poem of the day… Beryl
Gentile Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 4:50 AM
Thank you Beryl !!
Slaughter Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:35 AM
Very a propos for Mom's Day, Mike, and an excellent choice for POTD, as well.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:45 AM
Thank you Jim!!
Anaya Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 9:27 AM
Congratulations on POTD Mike! A loving and most touching tribute to your Mama, nearing Mother's Day. Hugs~Anaya
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:45 AM
Thank you so much Anaya xxoo
Fowler Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 9:04 AM
Aww. So sweet a remembrance of your mama. I love the rhyming and form you employ Mike. Congratulations on the honor of POTD! :)
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:45 AM
Thank you Linda!!
Greenhough Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 8:14 AM
I like this poem. The baby boy has a love that will never die. Accolades to Mama. Congratulations on POTD.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:44 AM
Thank you Hilda!!!
Goldsmith Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 8:13 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. WOW!!! What a wonderful write. "Love It" Bet your mom was a great lady... Have a blessed day with your win.........................
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:44 AM
Thank you so much Paula xxoo
Crandall Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 8:08 AM
Moving poem Mike
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:44 AM
Thank you so much David!
May Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 8:01 AM
A heartfelt tribute to your mother, Congrats on POTD
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 10:44 AM
Thank you Joseph !
Miller Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 6:51 AM
A touching and tender poem I lve it!
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:05 AM
Thank you Terry11
Buhagiar Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 6:34 AM
Congrats on your POTD. A great poem.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:05 AM
Thank you Victor!
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May 3, 2024 at 6:01 AM
Touching, heartfelt, tender poem, Dear Mike. My first child, a boy - I feel the connection even though now he lives far away. Congrats, Dear Mike, on your beautiful POTD poem.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:04 AM
Thank you so much Malabika!!
Lane Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 5:20 AM
Ya done good, baby boy! Congratulations on POTD and loving your Mama.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:04 AM
Thank you Lin xxoo
Williams Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 5:03 AM
This is such a sweet, heartfelt poem, Mike. A touching and thoughtful tribute to your Mum. Congratulations on your well-deserved POTD...Hugs
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 7:04 AM
Thank you Maria!!
Pandit Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 4:27 AM
Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Mike. Enjoy your special day today.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 4:33 AM
Thank you Vijay!
Empress Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 4:05 AM
This made me tear up, especially the piano line, reminds me of me and my son, how beautiful and thoughtful is this dear mike. Such a soulfully moving and touching write that depicts the bond and appreciation you have for your beloved mother. So beautiful! Well woven and delivered. Pleasure reading this and congratulations on receiving potd too
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 4:27 AM
Thank you so much Ink Empress!
Kitchin Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 3:45 AM
Mike, a beautiful tribute poem, congratulations on POTD.
Gentile Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 4:27 AM
Thank you Tania xxoo
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