To My Dearest Mama

Thank you for being the greatest mom to us.
For all the patience and love that you gave.
All those sleepless nights when we were kids.
For sending me to school,until putting a medal on my neck.
I hope I gave you pride to all those years.
I know, Mama though you're not speaking.
I can see the weakness from those eyes.
Please forgive me when I made you cry.
I've been a foolish, I made mistake.
I failed to finish my studies and reach my dreams.
Eventhough I fall, you still lend me your hand.
Helping me to stand and save me from the ground.
I remember one day,when I became a mom.
You were there beside me, and hear my baby's cry.
I saw the tears from your eyes,saying these words to me.
"My daughter, you have paid all the things you owe from me."
Now that we're both moms, you never left me.
You were there on my trouble, reminding me to be strong.
The one whom I caved in, a wings cover me in storm.
Mama, how can I repay you for all the good things that you've done?
I promise to take care of you now 'til the twilight of your time.
And be a mother to my children the same thing as you did.
Thank you, Mama...I'll stand strong for you and my kids.



** 1st Place Winner in Leonora Galinta's Contest: Poem For Mommy**
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Mcunu Avatar
August 7, 2015 at 7:14 PM
Nice words
Street Avatar
March 28, 2014 at 4:22 PM
Daughters...A Love Which Transcends! So Fascinating, The Beauty Amid This All....Yours Truly, Jeremy
Sirak Avatar
March 21, 2014 at 7:18 AM
Absolutely beautiful! Congrats on your win.
Torres Avatar
March 21, 2014 at 7:34 AM
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this very warm greeting, Montery!!! ..I appreciate your kindness... Have a great day to you :'))
Brown Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 7:44 PM
congrats on your win! what a wonderful well deserved win it is, thanks for sharing! many blessing, Stacey
Torres Avatar
March 21, 2014 at 7:43 AM
Hi Stacey... THANK YOU, dear!! ..^__^ what a wonderful message.. :')) ^__^ BIG HUGS!! ^__^
Arowolo Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 6:23 PM
Lovely and wonderful piece,dear friend..Great write and nice dedication...Congrats on your win...
Torres Avatar
March 21, 2014 at 7:44 AM
Olesugun... (a very beautiful name) .. :')) ThanK you so mucH !! !! oxoxo
Mehta Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 5:33 AM
Lovely and heartfelt poem on mommy. Congrats on the fine win, aiyah
Torres Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 12:05 PM
THANK YOU for a very kind comment and congratulations, Dr. RAM!!!! ^__^
A   Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 5:24 PM
Aiyah, A tender loving win... :) Congratulations, with your winning poem, ... Sending hugs ~LINDA
Stephens Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 3:58 PM
Hi, Congratulations on your 1st place win. Well deserved. Theresa xx
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 3:47 PM
:) wow.. :) we really love our moms.. :) heartfelt in every word.. CONGRATULATIONS.. _OLIVE.. :)
Andresen Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 1:29 PM
- A beautiful winning poem - / / - CONGRATULATIONS WITH YOUR FIRST PLACE,AIYAH !!! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Torres Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 1:46 PM
there you are, my sweetest Anne Lise.. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! ..:O)) ...big huggggsss!!! ..mwaH!!! ...first, it's just your comment, next 3 and more came to visit... now; it's a winning poems!!! ...ThaNk you for being a part of my journey here in PS.. I owe you this success!! ^__^
Callus Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 1:26 PM
Hi Aiyah, I love this heartfelt poem! a fitting tribute to a worthy mum. congrats on your win :) // paul
Torres Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 1:48 PM
tHaNk yoU so much ,PauL for this wonderful comment... I appreciate your visit so mucH!!! ..^__^
Walker  Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 11:01 AM
Aiyah, well penned... Congratulations on the win... Verlena
Torres Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 11:18 AM
Thank you soooo mucH ,Verlena... your so kind my dear.. Congratulations too ^__^
Gasun Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 10:36 AM
This is a great poem for your mom my dear friend Aiyah. Congratulations! Thank you so much for sharing and for your loving support in my contest! love lots and biggest hugs, Leonora
Torres Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 11:17 AM
Oh my dearest Leo..you're such a kind darlin'... THANK YOU!!! ...i didn't expect that you'll fave on my poem... thank you for the placement... 'it's a dream come true, you know it?! ...you didn't know how much you gave happiness to my life...TYSM my dearest friend.!!!.. And congratulations for the success of your contest!!! ...that's awesomenessss... ^__^ labyaH :')))
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March 17, 2014 at 7:23 PM
*.*, A True Tear Jerker, Baby Girl! I Think I Dig Your Beautiful Mother Maybe, She Digs Me ? But, I Love Your Love Here ~ Hence The Mist For I Can Understand; Amid Many Lights Within, Many Ways, Sweet Beautiful Aiyah ~ You Look So Beautiful In Your Avatar: So Very Precious ~ My Love, Always & Forever, John
Torres Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 7:23 AM
JoHnny.. I'm so happy to see your comment today!!! ...it lifted up my soul... THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! ^__^
Sergi Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 12:51 PM
Hi Aiyah: a beautiful poem in dedication to your mama. All is always forgiven.
Torres Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 1:12 PM
Hello RalpH.. it's a pleasure to have your comment on my poem.. THaNk YoU!!! ^__^
Andresen Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 7:15 AM
- A loving and leading sweet mother, wish my mother was still alive - miss her every day - a really beautiful poem my dear friend, AiyaH !! ------ (love your hat :) - Luck in contest ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Torres Avatar
March 17, 2014 at 10:36 AM
Thank you, Anne.. that's why despite of all the trials that I've been through... I'm still thankful 'cos I still have a mother who'll always there to support me.. i'm sorry to know that you've lost already your mom.. :'(( But i know.. she's been a good one ,too... same as YOU! ^__^
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March 16, 2014 at 10:03 AM
Hi, Aiyah, your a lovely poet, your poem is heartfelt, and moving. I miss my mom. You have accomplished so much, in giving all your love and support, means the world to your mom... sending hugs...LINDA
Torres Avatar
March 16, 2014 at 10:06 AM
Linda... I love you, girl!!! ..Thank you... !!! ^__^
A  Avatar
March 16, 2014 at 9:06 AM
Hello Aiyah, this is good how you are keeping yourself positive. a touching poem..SKAT
Torres Avatar
March 16, 2014 at 9:54 AM
Hi SKAT!! ..:D ..i just need to... lol!! ..THANK YOU!! ^__^
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March 14, 2014 at 11:55 PM
Oh a very beautiful and heartwarming dedication to your loving Mother, she sounds like a strong woman who doesn't give up or ever surrender. A lovely write Aiyah. xoxo :)... Chris
Torres Avatar
March 16, 2014 at 9:55 AM
ThaNk you, Chris!!!~ ..^__^
Bordner Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 1:29 PM
You carry the torch of loyalty and love most beautifully Aiyah. Tears can tighten bonds. J.A.B.
Torres Avatar
March 14, 2014 at 1:57 PM
hey there Justin! ..it's you again, man!!! ..Thank you for this wonderful comment... ^__^
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