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Dear Mom

Missing image
Two raised eyebrows,
one mischievous grin,
with a pinch of irreverence
our fun would begin.

Roast beef and potatoes,
pork loin and lamb;
Sunday fare for your family
always tasted so grand.

You defended us fiercely,
like a brave mother bear.
Ready to shelter
us all in your care.

Our children you cherished
and doted upon,
they filled your heart
with laughter and song.

With courage and grace
you faced the unknown,
believing God’s kindness
would carry you home.

Clothed in memories of love
and dressed in your party best,
with broken hearts we say goodbye,
we lay your body to rest.

We miss you so much
we can’t even begin
to express all the sadness
we feel deep within.

We trust in God’s mercy,
in His love and grace.
We know you now rest
in His tender embrace.



Thank you Ma,
our memories of you
will forever warm our hearts.
We’ll always love you
and we’ll see you soon.


Author notes

Grieving is hard work and takes a long time.
There are many stages to loss. Be kind to yourself
and give your body and soul whatever it needs to do this work.



Part of my Mom's eulogy, which I wrote and delivered.
"Held in His Arms", a song I wrote, was based on this poem.
It is featured on my page.

This picture is of my mother with my son Tim, myself, and my Dad.
It was taken at Christmas in 1991.
My son is now 17 years old.
He is her youngest grandchild.

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  • Serenity-words
    March 26
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    Great Job thanks for entering.


  • Meroza
    September 4, 2008

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    Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful write, this I can say is filled with deep and strong love. Reading this poem made me start think about the memories since I've been torturing myself with the facts that I am off to the furnural now.

    Also, a billion thanks for you taking the time to enter my contest. This poem brought me hope that the pain will some what fade a little and I can again remember my daddy as the revenge sick, playful and loving father.

    I send you all the blessings in the world.


  • WhiteAngelCake
    July 17, 2008

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    The 6th paragraph was really great! I am glad you entered my contest.

    -WhiteAngelCake


  • tina-2008
    May 29, 2008
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    Great job!
    I really like your poem


  • C.o.g.
    March 20, 2008

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    How wonderful you put this poem in words only love can describe! I could write a poem just by the tremendos feeling of this poem. Thank you so much for entering my contest. God bless you! and thank you again!


  • Mozarts funeral gold member
    February 28, 2008

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    Omggggggg this so reminds me of my Mom!!!! and I'm tearing up!! wow. I remember she'd make this really gross cassarole with lima beans ( what kid likes lima beans) we all hated it, but she put her heart and soul into it...so we ate it. My Moms laugh was amazing, and it was unique, happy and it warmed your heart!!
    thank you for entering my contest,

    Rosita

  • Starz of Heaven gold member
    February 27, 2008
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    Forgot your clapies

  • Starz of Heaven gold member
    February 27, 2008

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    This is a beautiful poem to remember your mother by she seemed so happy and full of love thank you for sharing and good luck in the contest best wishes and much luck


  • midnight eyes
    January 8, 2008
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    This is truly beautiful.



    Amber


  • ItalianRebelRoOcker
    July 28, 2007

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    Awwwwwwwww.......this is so sweet.I enjoyed it a lot.Great write.

    ~Tia~


  • Summer Dawn
    June 17, 2007
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    very pretty and full of such love.


  • Abidoodle333
    June 12, 2007

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    great work!
    I'm sorry about ur mom
    thanx for entering, good luck
    Abidoodle


  • AliceinPoetryLand gold member
    May 5, 2007

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    Wow this is a fabulous tribute to your mother. Very heartfelt and loving.
    All the best to you with this
    gaylene


  • Twins 4 me
    May 4, 2007

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    What a beautiful and loving write to your mother. This got me teary eyed. Thanks for sharing this beautiful work.


  • ButterflyforChrist
    May 4, 2007

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    Awww!! This is so very beauitful! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful poem!!

    Thank you for sharing this with me and entering my contest. This is wonderful!!

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