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!'

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Lyric Man

Date: 8/15/2018 4:41:00 AM

From Mummy to Mum.. it’s the passing of time!!

Wendy Watson
Date: 8/15/2018 7:09:00 AM

I know, Lyric Man. Just a nostalgic moment hearing the word again yesterday! Just for the record, my Mum was without a tash!!

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/15/2018 3:51:00 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..

Wendy Watson
Date: 8/15/2018 4:18:00 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!