No Goodbyes

Oh Father, can you hear me?
I'm sending a prayer your way,
I'm clutching hard to my faith, as mom taught me,
As she draws closer to you each day.

I talk to her in whispers,
And I hope she hears me pray,
I hope you send an angel
To guide her towards your way.

I continue to tell her I love her
And thank her for all the sacrifices she has made
And for the unconditional love,
No matter what kind of behavior I displayed.

Mom, can you hear me?
I have so much more to say.
I will continue on with your legacy.
I hope I can be as strong as you one day.

You taught me the importance of family.
I have learned from the very best.
Don't you worry yourself now, Mom,
You keep yourself at rest.

I'm sorry if I'm selfish.
I'm not ready to let go of your hand.
I'm trying to remember the message
From "Footprints In The Sand."

Dear Mom, can you please wake up?
I have not heard your voice today.
I promise I would sit and listen
To everything you want to say.

I know you are getting weary.
You are ready to go home.
I imagine you are dreaming of your Savior
Sitting upon his throne.

I hope you take my love with you,
As tears fall on your cheek.
Dear God, please carry me through this,
I'm feeling very weak.

Dear Mom, I'm very thankful
For all the years we've had.
I'm trying to remember you laughing
So I will not stay so very sad.

Through the rest of my life I will carry
All your love with me.
I promise I will be the best mom, grandmother and person
That I can possibly be.

God must think your time is almost done here.
I feel you going away,
I love you, Mom. No goodbyes.
I will see you again one day.

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Date: 12/13/2020 8:41:00 PM
Sweet tribute to your Mom and to you as well. Welcome to Poetry Soup, Annette. Write on, please. Blessings and Bounty, Gershon
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Date: 12/6/2020 1:58:00 PM
A great deep write, Annette, sending you hugs...
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Annette Hershey
Date: 12/8/2020 9:44:00 AM
Thank you, Akkina, and for the hugs, I miss her every day. Annette
Date: 11/25/2020 11:14:00 AM
What a beautifully written piece, Annette, I can feel the deep emotions within, the strong bond between mother and daughter. Welcome to Poetry Soup. John
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Annette Hershey
Date: 11/25/2020 11:57:00 AM
Thank you, John, I appreciate your kind comment!
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