Did I?

Did I fail him as a mother? This question comes to mind. As I look upon my son During this perilous time. I know I had to go through it although painful as it could be. Yet I don’t quiet understand, why this question keeps haunting me. His bedroom is setting empty, cloths are still piled high. A bench warrant issued for his arrest, All I can do is cry. Did I fail him as a mother? Why did he leave me the way that he did? Questions on top of questions are drowning deep within.

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Date: 8/7/2008 1:18:00 PM

The emotion in this poem feels so honest and heartwrenching. Mothers usually blame themselve when so much is beyond parents' control. My thoughts and prayers go with you. Karen

Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 8/6/2008 5:51:00 PM

We do our best as parents. You were a good mother whose son's outside influences determined his choices. God Bless, Mary. You are still in my prayers. Vince

James Foulk

Date: 8/4/2008 11:31:00 AM

a mother can only do what is right for her kids and teach them to do right, the rest is up to the kids, so i will say yes you did not fail him. this was a great piece. and thank you for reading my poem the memory box, and the memory of a song and for your comments.

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 7/31/2008 9:45:00 PM

Mary my heart breaks for you. We can do the best we can as parents and still have our children get sidetracked in the wrong direction. God Bless Phyl

Michael Jordan

Date: 7/31/2008 9:42:00 PM

Mary you know me and what I'm all about - Your sons drug problem is in no way shape form or fashion your fault - If there is any blame to be placed place it on the men like me, or like I was. Don't beat yourself up Mary. My Prayers are with you

Sharon Winter

Date: 7/31/2008 4:24:00 PM

Mary, you can be the best parent in the world, and still have children who end up following the wrong path. Do not blame yourself. So sorry for all you have been through. With love, Shar

Ronald Bingham

Date: 7/31/2008 1:40:00 PM

Mary I personally have never met you, but my gut feelings tell me you have done your best. the sad part is our children pay more attention to their peers than they do to us. it usually takes them getting married and having their own children before they realize what you were saying was for their own good, Blessings, Ron

Laura Mckenzie

Date: 7/31/2008 12:05:00 PM

Mary parenthood is so difficult all you can do is your best, you give a child life and try to teach them well. The rest is up to them I am sorry for the pain you feel! Peace Laura :(

Michael Degenhardt

Date: 7/31/2008 9:34:00 AM

It's a natural response to bear the blame, as a parent. I do that too. I don't think one can faily as a parent, as long as you do what you think is right. Valid questions you present, I hope you find the true answers. Michael