Eric Boddie Poet Rhyme

Sacrifice

this was written nearly 11 years ago....


“Sacrifice”
by: Eric L. Boddie


One score, eight and one years ago

From my mother came the child in which only goodness could grow

One score, eight and one years prior

God sent the one who would lead this child to the Messiah

For all that I am, everything I have become

The credit belongs to her, she allowed His Will to be done

She didn’t spare the rod, therefore, she didn’t spare the child

She made sure that in Him, I would never show denial

In all of my struggles, she has been my strength

She made me understand that, with man, I’m neither above nor beneath

She taught me how to love, the greatest power of the heart

She showed me the beauty of respect, the place where love starts

She fed me with knowledge, the foundation of the wise

She allowed me to be myself, the reason I can’t be systemized

She urged me not to lie, cheat or steal, and her efforts didn’t fail

She kept the devil off me until I was able to fight my own battles with hell

She taught me to be responsible and work for the things I desire

She showed me that to truly survive, Faith is all that I require

She provided me with food, clothing and shelter when I didn’t have my own

And if I were in need on this day, I know she would provide me with a home

She has given every bit of herself, just for the sake of my life

She was my first love on this Earth, she’s the assistant to Jesus Christ

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Sandy Tadros August 20, 2015 at 4:23 AM "She showed me that to truly survive, faith is all that i require." That's so inspiring!! Eric Boddie August 30, 2015 at 1:37 PM the truth is the greatest inspiration available....;)

Ninette Carey August 11, 2015 at 8:40 PM A Endearing Tribute..... Thank You.. My Friend xo Eric Boddie August 11, 2015 at 8:55 PM thank you ninette....my most Beautiful Love poems are about her....;)

Yolanda Scott August 7, 2015 at 11:13 AM It comes through your poetry beautifully!!! God bless!!!

Yolanda Scott August 6, 2015 at 3:56 PM Amen. Beautiful write. Ts8 Be blessed always!!! Eric Boddie August 7, 2015 at 10:43 AM thank you Yolanda....I have several like this one as well....family means so much to me....;)

Poet Destroyer A August 2, 2015 at 1:08 AM a praiseful read Eric, your love and appreciation for your mother shines greatly on this write, enjoyed this one - always, P.D. Eric Boddie August 2, 2015 at 9:17 AM thank you....and if you couldn't tell, I am a child of a single parent....she did it all by herself....;)

Herzel Poshiwa July 31, 2015 at 2:43 AM Wise are your words Eric. This poem illustrates a very wise, strong woman. Be blessed always....thank you for the page visit. xx Eric Boddie July 31, 2015 at 3:04 AM thank you herzel, and you know I am you newest biggest fan....;)