Mama

MAMA A Gold-Mud day it was I could not wait to sprint-out You were wailing and laughing with Pride As if it was your right and privilege Mama, I do not remember that day vividly; But I reckon you as evergreen as you’ve always been Then I was a little child with the lil problems Clumsy at playing with the toys Biting after anyone opposite my will (My Best suit) Mama, I remember vaguely; And you were as radiant and loving as you could be Punishing me lovingly and bringing me to a disciplined upbringing I wished; and you made them come true Not only by the bedtime story books, which I was fluent in, But also the assurance of all the crazy-bogs and fairytales Coming alive Mama, I remember; You were as positive as you could be (A Good Thing) Life happened and Life happens You try as much as you can to protect us Shielding and at most times taking the Blows of life, fully, Even bearing our share of it Mama, Ever greenly, a super-Awesome Cop-Mum Your Halo of Grace and God’s (Oyee Adie yeeeii) anointing Continues to set you above and even illuminates us, as, your children Mama, Momzy, Mma, Mum, MOTHER, For all the GOOD things done unending in my and sibling(s)’ life We offer you the accolades of positive pride and diligence For the things hurtful; A conscious effort is and will be made to reconcile and heal bitter-pasts Mama, I and we, love you-ALWAYS And pray that you know that, UNENDEDLY, And live your life lovingly and fully with us your children in the light Of Love and Goodness Mama, Mama, Mama- Super-Awesome MamaBY ASANGALISAH AKANTERE ISAIAH