My Memories of My Mother

I've been thinking lately of my mother
so many lovely memories in my mind
so much care and attention upon me
that my mum's real love upon me shined

She passed away when I was 28
such a loss, I felt deeply so sad
but at least have memories in mind
remembering them makes me glad

In my growing up, so influential
with all my anxious stressful fears
gave me hope to cope with life
helped me find my route so clear

Being bullied at school real bad
mum intervened to inform school head
the situation then changed overnight
my anguish was then laid to bed

In all my ups and downs of life
faithfulness sums up my mother in a word
never giving up on me in all my days
makes me feel on high like a bird!
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Delaney Avatar
January 20, 2023 at 11:49 AM
Gordon: There is no love that can replace a mother’s love. You have expressed it so well. I enjoyed reading today. SuZ
Mcconnell Avatar
January 20, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Thanks Suzanne, Glad you enjoyed this piece and thought I expressed it really well. I do appreciated your kind words, blessings always,Gordon
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January 16, 2023 at 11:25 PM
Hi Gordon, your mother sounds like she was a lovely, caring, thoughtful, loyal mom. I'm sorry she died when you were only 28, she must have been young herself, you must have been so proud of her and yourself also, she gave you all the confidence to make a success of your life. i lost my father to lung cancer when he was only 66 which for nowadays is still relatively young. A lovely tribute to you mom Gordon. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Mcconnell Avatar
January 17, 2023 at 3:06 AM
Thanks Jennifer, Glad you enjoyed this piece and thought it a fine tribute to my mother. She was just 65 when she passed away. Have a blessed day, blessings always,Gordon
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January 14, 2023 at 9:06 AM
Gordon, Sorry you lost your Mother so young!! But her influence made you the wonderful human being you are today. I love this heartfelt write! Panagiota
Mcconnell Avatar
January 14, 2023 at 9:17 AM
Thanks Panagiota, Glad you enjoyed and loved this piece, I agree with all your sentiments about my mother. Have a blessed weekend, Gordon
Thomas Avatar
January 9, 2023 at 10:40 PM
This was nice. I do not have those kind of memories about my mother, but I enjoy reading others'. I never fully understood the connection adults still had to their parents, even with adult daughters of my own. I know it is because I still see them as my girls... strangely enough, I can not imagine looking at a parent that way myself. Thank you for sharing that love :)
Mcconnell Avatar
January 10, 2023 at 4:10 AM
Thanks again F.J., Glad you enjoyed this one and found it a nice write. Have a great day,Gordon
Ashley Avatar
January 9, 2023 at 10:52 AM
Oh, Gordon, this is such a tender and beautiful poem of appreciation for your beloved mother. My heart is deeply moved by the poignancy of this exquisite piece. Lovely memories of her protective love and guidance. Her devoted wings of love are still wrapped around you, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Mcconnell Avatar
January 9, 2023 at 11:15 AM
Thanks Susan, Glad you enjoyed this piece so much, finding it deeply moving. Thanks again for your encouraging words, blessings always,Gordon
Volumes Avatar
January 7, 2023 at 5:13 PM
So blessed we are that have wonderful memories of our Mother. Gordon your words are very special. Your mother sounds like a lovely lady. There aren't many days that l don't think of Mum and Dad, but you just made sure that today wasn't one of them. Thank you Gordon.
Mcconnell Avatar
January 8, 2023 at 5:13 AM
Thanks Wendy, Glad you enjoyed this piece and found that my words were special for you. Blessings always,Gordon
Peck Avatar
January 7, 2023 at 3:26 PM
A lovely poem about your mother, Gordon!
Mcconnell Avatar
January 8, 2023 at 5:11 AM
Thanks Ann, Glad you thought this a lovely piece, and you enjoyed it. Blessings,Gordon
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