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Mom and Me, 1980

I'll be there by and by

CONTEST: Put your best foot forward. JUDGED 4/14/24

Mother is ninety now, frail, and asleep much too often. 
This may be her last year; she wants to go home and be with God,
but does not want to leave me. Go Mom, I'll be there by and by.

momsijo

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Edward Ibeh

January 28, 2025 at 2:36 AM

Wow, incredibly moving, Chetta! Congratulations on your win and POTD. Well-deserved. It's a fave.

Kim Rodrigues

January 24, 2024 at 4:37 AM

Congrats on your day in the sun. Belated congratulations on POTD!

Chetta Achara

January 24, 2024 at 6:17 AM

Thank you

Mahtab Bangalee

January 21, 2024 at 11:02 PM

oh; really heart-touching words that is; congrats

Chetta Achara

January 22, 2024 at 6:17 AM

Thank you.

Jan Allison

January 18, 2024 at 11:39 PM

such a touching piece which is close to my heart, many congrats on POTD:-) hugs jan xx

Christuraj Alex

January 18, 2024 at 10:32 PM

Your in-depth knowledge of the inner feelings of your mother, your love for her as well as your respectful feeling for her freedom... are beautifully brought out in this three-line treasure. Congratulations!

William Kelii Kekaula

January 18, 2024 at 8:14 PM

Nicely done, Chetta, a blessed ownership of dedication ... Cheers to your POTD, my friend. William

Christopher Grieves

January 18, 2024 at 3:18 PM

So touching. We appear to be in very similar seasons. It's a beautiful poem x

Karen Jones

January 18, 2024 at 3:16 PM

So raw and tender! Congratulations on potd

Brandy Nicole

January 18, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Dear Chetta, your words caress softly around me and my heart. This is tender and sad, all at the same time. Sharing with your mom that you'll be okay, is very comforting. Keeping you both in my thoughts. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. Hugs, Brandy

Paula Goldsmith

January 18, 2024 at 1:33 PM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A lovely yet sad write. I know how both of you feel. It can be hard to let go. It is all in God's hands. Have a blessed/peaceful day...............

Mike Gentile

January 18, 2024 at 12:26 PM

Chetta, I am so moved by the deep sentiments conveyed by your beautiful Sijo! So deserving of POTD! Congratulations!

Joe Maverick

January 18, 2024 at 11:04 AM

In that sweet by and by, where there will be no More tears.. Or death or despair time will be ni More..We will be in the radient prescence of God Who is our eternal Father and future.'

Daniel Henry Rodgers

January 18, 2024 at 9:35 AM

Chetta, your poignant poem beautifully captures the delicate balance of love and farewell. Your words resonate deeply. - Blessings, Daniel

Linda Alice Fowler

January 18, 2024 at 9:09 AM

A lot said Chetta. Congratulations on the honor of POTD! :)

Deb M

January 18, 2024 at 8:39 AM

Chetta l am so sorry for your situation….its so hard to let go of the ones we love and your mum still wants to be there for her precious child….such an emotional, touching write…..sending you and your mum both cuddles ! Congratulations on POTD! Debx

Tom Cunningham

January 18, 2024 at 8:29 AM

Lovely tribute to your Mother Chetta, congratulations to you on the honour of POTD. Tom

Bill Baker

January 18, 2024 at 7:40 AM

Reminds me of my mom telling me Jesus had her place ready and she was ready to go home ... she passed 3 days later in her sleep. Hard to let her go, but I know she's where she should be. She's still with me in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing this heartfelt moment with us, Chetta. Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill