Mother In Memoriam

Our special bond forged even 'fore my birth,
years together through misfortune and mirth.
Since sadly snatched from the face of this Earth,
each action and deed to confirm my worth.

-------------

14th April 2017

For the "Form M - Monorhyme" contest, sponsored by Butterfly Wings.
(Fourth Place)

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Date: 4/22/2017 6:58:00 PM
Nicely written , John, congratulations on your win. ~*
Login to Reply
Date: 4/21/2017 5:21:00 AM
Back with congratulations, John! Well done and regards // paul
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/22/2017 4:04:00 AM
Thank you, Paul. Regards, John.
Date: 4/20/2017 2:43:00 PM
John congratulations on your win in my contest with this wonderful Monorhyme.
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:27:00 PM
Thank you for running the contest and for my placement! Regards, John.
Date: 4/19/2017 8:33:00 AM
Hi John, This pulled at the heart strings. Your heartfelt words "validated" the both of you. Well done. Congratulations on your fine win.It was well deserved:-) Alexis
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:22:00 PM
Hi Alexis. Thank you for the kind and supportive words... I'm touched that my little poem resonated with you. Regards, John.
Date: 4/17/2017 8:33:00 PM
A mother's love is usually unconditional. I enjoyed this poem very much John. : ) 7
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:16:00 PM
Thank you for your valued comments, Connie. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Regards, John.
Date: 4/17/2017 10:57:00 AM
Morning John. You did a marvelous job with the theme and execution of the format. Your words make this reader pause with your expression. Well done entirely. Good luck with the contest.
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:10:00 PM
Hi Lisa. Thank you so much for your kind words & continued support! Regards, John.
Date: 4/16/2017 7:51:00 AM
Nothing stronger than a mothers love, well done John...
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:06:00 PM
Thanks for your kind comments, Charlie. Regards, John.
Date: 4/15/2017 7:45:00 AM
I enjoyed this short poem, John; the subject matter is one which never fails to inspire. gl in the contest. Regards // paul
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/20/2017 6:00:00 PM
Thank you, Paul. Kind words appreciated! Regards, John.
Date: 4/14/2017 5:19:00 PM
A heartfelt write John...but the memories are a treasure..like Jan says we all dread that day when our mom is no longer with us...best wishes
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/15/2017 4:08:00 AM
Thank you, Joseph - yes, it's those memories that make us stronger... I just hope I continue to make her proud!
Date: 4/14/2017 11:53:00 AM
aww John such a sad poem - I am blessed and still have my mother. I dread the day when she is no longer with us:-( hugs Jan xx
Login to Reply
Michaels Avatar
John Michaels
Date: 4/15/2017 4:06:00 AM
Thanks for your kind comments. It was some time ago, but is still painful sometimes. I hope your Mother is around for many years to come! All the best, John.
Get a Premium Membership
Get more exposure for your poetry and more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Radiant Verses: A Journey Through Inspiring Poetry

Member Area

My Admin
Profile and Settings
Edit My Poems
Edit My Quotes
Edit My Short Stories
Edit My Articles
My Comments Inboxes
My Comments Outboxes
Soup Mail
Poetry Contests
Contest Results/Status
Followers
Poems of Poets I Follow
Friend Builder

Soup Social

Poetry Forum
New/Upcoming Features
The Wall
Soup Facebook Page
Who is Online
Link to Us

Member Poems

Poems - Top 100 New
Poems - Top 100 All-Time
Poems - Best
Poems - by Topic
Poems - New (All)
Poems - New (PM)
Poems - New by Poet
Poems - Read
Poems - Unread

Member Poets

Poets - Best New
Poets - New
Poets - Top 100 Most Poems
Poets - Top 100 Most Poems Recent
Poets - Top 100 Community
Poets - Top 100 Contest

Famous Poems

Famous Poems - African American
Famous Poems - Best
Famous Poems - Classical
Famous Poems - English
Famous Poems - Haiku
Famous Poems - Love
Famous Poems - Short
Famous Poems - Top 100

Famous Poets

Famous Poets - Living
Famous Poets - Most Popular
Famous Poets - Top 100
Famous Poets - Best
Famous Poets - Women
Famous Poets - African American
Famous Poets - Beat
Famous Poets - Cinquain
Famous Poets - Classical
Famous Poets - English
Famous Poets - Haiku
Famous Poets - Hindi
Famous Poets - Jewish
Famous Poets - Love
Famous Poets - Metaphysical
Famous Poets - Modern
Famous Poets - Punjabi
Famous Poets - Romantic
Famous Poets - Spanish
Famous Poets - Suicidal
Famous Poets - Urdu
Famous Poets - War

Poetry Resources

Anagrams
Bible
Book Store
Character Counter
Cliché Finder
Poetry Clichés
Common Words
Copyright Information
Grammar
Grammar Checker
Homonym
Homophones
How to Write a Poem
Lyrics
Love Poem Generator
New Poetic Forms
Plagiarism Checker
Poetry Art
Publishing
Random Word Generator
Spell Checker
Store
What is Good Poetry?
Word Counter
Hide Ad