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The Teat and the Bath

A seed that was planted, turned a seedling. Two farmers; one for the seed, the other the seedling. I remember drinking as if from a bowl, through your teat, the drink of life. The soft cushions of your gland when I jostled at them, sprang to life. Then I'd be lulled to a series of sleep dreaming of milk and of breasts. So often I'd kick in my sleep, and my mouth would still suckle as it rests. Sorry! I always wailed like an ambulance whenever I woke. You would carry me off gently, conjure a song, as you paced ,stood, or sat. Nothing was more important to you; I was no joke. I remember being in-between your laps, and the various bathing sessions. You'd wash my head, tummy, other areas, and even my butt. I doubt any other can fulfill such duties for me as you have. Fate has taken you from me, but you'll always remain my love. When I think of the teat and the bath, you made the greatest of impressions. Now I'm a giant oak, but you can't enjoy my shade. I may now love some other woman, but my memories of you will never fade. See you soon!

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Date: 6/28/2023 10:53:00 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts about your Mom through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome 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.
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Date: 6/26/2023 7:46:00 PM
This poem talk about the memory of one's mother and how the memories of their relationship still lingers on.
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