I Saw My Mother Smile

My father died
She was angry
She died inside
Hard to make her laugh
Impossible to see her enjoy life from that point on
She just existed
Last few days she wouldn't eat
She wouldn't take liquid
Last day on this earth  JOY
She smiled
She talked to my Dad
She argued with him
Laughed with him and everyone  that had passed before her
I watched a miracle
I believe
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Poshiwa Avatar
June 5, 2014 at 9:07 AM
Simple and touching....reminds me of Luther Vandross's song dance with my Father....
Costilow Avatar
June 5, 2014 at 5:22 PM
Appreciate comment. That day was a miracle
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