The Highlight of This Poem

Traveling with mom throughout Paris 
was an amazing and rewarding experience, 
As she truly was the highlight 
Of this trip. 

It is only natural that I dedicate 
an entire post to her 
and thank her for being 
my companion and accomplice 
On this great adventure. 

A mother is more like a journey 
then a memory. 
She is a living presence, 
she's the whisper of the leaves 
As you walk down the street. 

She's the cool hand on your brow 
When you're not feeling well. 

She's your breath in the air 
on a cold winter's day; 
she's the sound of the rain 
that lulls you to sleep, 
the colors of a rainbow. 

She lives inside your laughter 
and she's crystallized 
In every tear drop. 

She's the place you came from, 
your first home, she's the map 
you follow 
With every step you take. 

Nothing on earth can separate you. 
Not time, not space...not even death! 
I thank God for blessing me 
With a mother like her. 

She is the beating of my heart 
and I cannot now imagine 
a life without her. 

Thank you mom for these 
wonderful and treasured 
memories. 

Terry
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Agustin Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet 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.
Nicholsen Avatar
December 4, 2023 at 11:05 PM
lovely write enjoyed reading your work.
Wolf Avatar
December 21, 2020 at 3:16 PM
This is an extra beautiful tribute to Mom from the talented poet of her poetess daughter. Just lovely written. Tidings of Joy, Gershon
Bateman Avatar
March 17, 2020 at 6:03 PM
Hello Terry!! Many Thanks for your earlier note to me on one of my poems!! Your latest poem here is beautifully-done with the discussion of your relationship with your mother. I can relate to your words here about your mother very much. It's also always a wondrous pleasure to hear from you. BTW, my second book of poetry is getting closer to formal publication and release. I will let you know when it's been released. Best Wishes Always, Gary
Lamoureux Avatar
January 27, 2020 at 8:36 AM
I can relate to this one, we brought my mom to Italy with us. This is a wonderful expression of your relationship with your mom. Blessings Rick.
Bacha Avatar
February 24, 2020 at 12:06 AM
Thank you so much Richard, I love your sharing words. I do not feel yet ready to come back, I have been a little down, but honestly soon I will be back. Much love Terry xoxo
Dietrich Avatar
January 19, 2020 at 1:44 PM
Terry, I am so happy to see you again with this beautiful tribute to your mother. I did know that you were so close with her. I don't recall you telling me much about her in the past. I would love to take my mom abroad. She wants to visit WAles, our heritage country. However, she is in Iowa, far from me. I am lucky if I can even get back to my home state to see her.
Bacha Avatar
February 24, 2020 at 12:03 AM
Thank you so much Andrea, I pray you are feeling much much better. I miss coming back to write and be with all of you, but my mind is not yet set to write. I hope soon. Much love to you and good health my darling. Terry xoxo
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