MY DEAR ONU

My dear Mama, oh so dear,
A mother true, always near.
From childhood's dawn till present day,
You guided us, showed the way.

With "Sugar Boy" by your side,
Together you led, with love and pride.
To "Oko Eti-ose" and "Oko Okuku" farms,
We trekked, with loaded arms.

The roads were long, the loads were heavy,
I cried, but you helped me be brave.
Coming home, with weary feet,
You soothed my tears, made our hearts meet.

With meager pay, as teacher true,
You and "Sugar Boy" saw us through.
Education's doors, you opened wide,
Degrees acquired, our futures inside.

In pain, you helped; in need, you gave,
Ensuring food, a roof to save.
Your partnership, a shining light,
Taught me teamwork, day and night.

You and Papa, a perfect pair,
United, selfless, beyond compare.
No difference, in love and care,
You both showed us, how to share.

May your days be long and bright,
Filled with joy, love's warm light.
We recognize, your sacrifices grand,
Thank you, dear Mama, hand in hand.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Lawrence Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 2:19 PM
I enjoyed your sweetly remembered poem to your mother,Philip. Amazing successes growing out of love.
Abayomi Olorunfemi  Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 2:29 PM
Thank you, sir.
Thacker Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 12:06 PM
Beautiful poem, Phillip. Your love, gratitude, and appreciation for your mother really shines through in this poem.
Abayomi Olorunfemi  Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 12:31 PM
Thank you a bunch for taking the time to read through, sir.
Agustin Avatar
November 29, 2024 at 6:39 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Abayomi Olorunfemi  Avatar
December 20, 2024 at 12:33 PM
You are much appreciated, ma.
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