Deb M Poet Rhyme

-Little But Oh So Mighty

She was little but oh so mighty
She had to be
From a family of fourteen
Self preservation the key

Left home at sixteen
Joined the army
Married at twenty four
Widowed at thirty seven with a young family

Emigrated to Australia
As a ten pound Pom
To give her children a better life
In a country safe and plentiful , a place to belong 

Raised her five children in a new land
Completely on her own
Daily life as a hospital cleaner 
Working her fingers to the bone

The only one who fills my heart with absolute admiration
For all they have achieved and overcome 
Is one little but oh so mighty lady
My cherished mum …..

I miss her so much …..

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Quoth Theraven July 31, 2023 at 7:39 PM Deb, The 'little' but 'mighty' seem to carry the weight of the world. It's only right that your dear mum meant the world to you. Very nice, a Fave. -Richard

Shirley Hawkins July 28, 2023 at 5:36 PM Your lovely Mum must be so proud of you, Deb; you write beautiful poetry that shows the respect and deep love you have for your Mum and her for you. How rewarding is that? Beaut, heartfelt, well-deserved tribute. Take care, Old Duck XX

Vijay Pandit July 28, 2023 at 4:18 AM A heartfelt tribute to your Mom. She was special! Love is so powerful, Deb--she guides you still.