My Mom

by Michael J Falotico                                                     

                                             Mom you are my strength..
                                        made of love from you and Dad..
                                              Heaven holds him close..
                                            
                                               Mom you are my light..
                                           now in my eyes you see him..
                                             and now I'm your strength..


"Senryu for Mom contest"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Kriticos Avatar
May 28, 2011 at 5:18 PM
Short, but powerful. Very well done michael!
Mehta Avatar
May 9, 2011 at 1:23 AM
Many congrats Michael for coveted big win in Francine's contest with imagination at its best in this one. Was away hence bit late in wishing/responding. Luv & best wishes - Hitendra Mehta
Kendrick Avatar
May 7, 2011 at 1:10 PM
Creative win..Congrats...Sara
Brown Avatar
May 4, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Congratulations Michael on your win in Francine's contest "Senryu For Mother". Love, Carol
Freeman Avatar
May 4, 2011 at 12:01 PM
Michael, Great to see you in the winner's circle. Congratulations on your success with this honored presentation. Agape, Moses
Neels Avatar
May 4, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Congratulations MJF, on your win in Francine's contest.. love Wilma
Mehta Avatar
May 4, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Congratulations on the sixth place win in the contest, Michael
Poet Avatar
May 4, 2011 at 2:55 AM
Congrats Michael on your win-kash
Dietrich Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 11:33 PM
wow, I had not seen this one. It's truly one of the best in the contest. Congratulations on your win.
Onclaud Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 10:56 PM
shinging brightly,michael! kudos for the greeeat win! :) huggs, nette
Mannan Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 8:53 PM
Simply beautiful Michael. Many warm congrats for this win.
Roberts Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 5:40 PM
beautiful senryus Michael, congrats on your sixth place win in the contest
Sweetheart Avatar
April 27, 2011 at 2:21 PM
thankxx for reading all my words.. the contests challenge my mind to a degree where I must create a new piece... it has energy and drive behind me pushing my pen to write.. and then so easily come the words.. as easily as luv making ... perfection ....Michael...
Greenlee Avatar
April 26, 2011 at 8:30 AM
I love the feel of this. I know you will do great!Thanks for your comment on Treading Water......Kacey
Poet Avatar
April 26, 2011 at 8:20 AM
Excellent write,Michael.Very touching.Best wishes---kashinath
Rutherford Avatar
April 26, 2011 at 5:24 AM
Michael I want to rate two sevens for your work here. Great poems. have a look at my Yesterday And Mama. Anne
Neels Avatar
April 25, 2011 at 10:02 PM
I am sure you are her strength especially the times when she miss him the most.. A beautiful write and portrayal of love for your mother MJF ;) love from a rainy Cape Town
Sweetheart Avatar
April 25, 2011 at 7:55 PM
Good luck in the contest for Francine luv.. this is a sure pleaser to win..luv..
Sweetheart Avatar
April 25, 2011 at 7:54 PM
Deeply touching and endearing words Michael about your precious Mom.. she will appreciate the lovely expression u feel for her and how u treasure her in your life... thankxx for all your sweet comments on my poetry my White Knight.. your Jersey Girl in secret mode.. won't tell luv..haha..
Roberts Avatar
April 25, 2011 at 7:54 PM
thank you for entering my contest Michael
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April 25, 2011 at 3:46 PM
A very moving, heartfelt write Michael, good luck in the contest. Love Alexa
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April 25, 2011 at 3:09 PM
Such a beautifully sincere write, I couldn't help but smile, yet feel a trace of sadness too. Very moving ~ Sharon
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April 25, 2011 at 3:02 PM
Overwhelming, Michael.. once upon a time I use to linger on visions and thoughts of loved one always being reunited... I'm sure I'll find it again... but believing is all we got... I also love your compassion in your poetry... have a nice one...p.d..
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April 25, 2011 at 2:56 PM
Michael, I'm so glad you are able to offer your mother strength now that you father is gone. What a moving poem. Sad in a way, but such a positive outcome! Sending winning wishes your way for the contest. Love, Carolyn
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April 25, 2011 at 2:42 PM
Beautiful write and lovely senryu. Good luck in the contest. Caryl
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