MOTHER -3rd place

Her life, she gambled, for you to see the light She sheltered you from the dark and the bright She catched the scorching sun to block the heat to your skin She molded you to be better from outside and within She laid her happiness for your future to be bright She gave way to your pride and made you think you were right She walked your walk and carried you on her arms She gave you confidence and filled your soul with charms She played the role of a father for you to have your needs She gave you everything, more than your lavish feeds She sacrificed her dreams just to see you sleep tight She endured years working far, not having you at her sight But more than everything, she gave you gift of love Something that you should be thankful to the stars above Without her gift of love, your existence had no color She is an epitome of true greatness and valor 3rd place Judged: November 16, 2023 Sponsor: Constance La France