Yesterday

Holidays haven't been the same since momma passed away.
The joy and love our family had was stolen all away. 

Her favorite time was Christmas time, It always seemed to me. 
She loved to wrap the presents and decorate the tree.

My daddy went to be with her just the other day.
They will spend Christmas together this year, At least that's what I pray.

It's never gonna be the way it used to be.
We won't have momma's cooking, And I can't decorate a tree. 

They at least won't have any pain this year and there won't be any sorrow.
All that was yesterday and we are praying for tomorrow.
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Johnson Avatar
January 2, 2023 at 6:47 PM
Thank you for the positive feedback but what are you guys talking about? My win?
Alex Avatar
December 31, 2022 at 10:57 PM
"They at least won't have any pain this year and there won't be any sorrow. All that was yesterday and we are praying for tomorrow." - Very beautiful writing. Congratulations!
Legros Kelley Avatar
December 31, 2022 at 1:37 PM
Shelly, I know how your heart aches with the loss of your mother, I too lost my mom. Congratulations on your high-placing win with your beautiful poem. Prayers that your New Year is filled with all that is sweet and kind <3
Koplin Avatar
December 31, 2022 at 6:31 AM
Congratulations on your win, Shelly! Very beautifully written!
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