Mummy

Mummy

'Mummy' such a simple word, I used to hear it often.
'Mummy' a mellifluous sound which causes hearts to soften.
'Mummy, can I have a cat or guinea pig instead?'
'Mummy, can you read to me then tuck me up in bed?'
'Mummy' ; such a heartfelt word but now the time has come
To recognise the passing years for now I'm 'good old Mum!'
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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August 15, 2018 at 4:41 AM
From Mummy to Mum.. it’s the passing of time!!
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August 15, 2018 at 7:09 AM
I know, Lyric Man. Just a nostalgic moment hearing the word again yesterday! Just for the record, my Mum was without a tash!!
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August 15, 2018 at 3:51 AM
Yes a simple word in a simple poem, that has the power of love. Nothing is stronger than that, Wendy. This poem will touch many in different but wondrous ways, Love it..
Watson Avatar
August 15, 2018 at 4:18 AM
That's so kind of you, Harry. It was prompted by hearing the word in the supermarket yesterday and like many female heads, mine turned round instinctively!
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