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Madre





You
the silver thread of my thoughts
clay of my bones
red, muddy rivers of my veins
and, the tribe like drumming in my chest

how can I honor the one
who honored me
with the simplicity
of life?

I tear holes in the shroud
of this uncommon decency
known as "womanhood"
and paint you tall
strong, brave, tender...
paint you prouder than any man
                                         ever
and say the word for God
in the voice of a child

for...
you   are my mother




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just thinking of my mom,for her.

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  • ms-cuddles silver member
    September 2

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    This is beautiful, I haven't written for my mother yet, ( I don't know why ) but I think she would love this. I've missed you, my dear friend. Hugs~ Cuddles


  • Word Artisan
    August 29
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    this was beautiful...i like this alot very well written i like the 'red, muddy rivers of my veins' very well written...ttyl adam


  • macandrew
    October 23, 2008

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    Been away too long. What an amazing poem to come back to.

    John


  • Circuitsboard
    October 15, 2008

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    Beautiful

    It has a primal feel to it when reading, taking me not just to my mother but to the earth, to my heritage, my history.
    All due respect, I would, in my opinion, consider changing the last two lines to just one: Mother


  • MotorcycleFreak silver member
    October 9, 2008

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    Excellent

    What a beautiful dedication you have penned. I have never had a close relationship with either of my parents. I miss that part of life. Great Job! ~Peace~Gar


  • FreeTara
    October 1, 2008

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    This is a beautiful poem to your dear mum, i bet she is really proud. Your mum is an indeed strong woman to have endured so much yet loves to deeply and honours so truely. Cheers and keep up with the penning i am an honoured fan. I too believe strongly in Wiccan.
    Good luck to you and blessed be.


  • XxYoru-OkamixX
    August 4, 2008
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    that's really cool ^^


  • e m i l y
    February 26, 2008

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    I tear holes in the shroud
    of this uncommon decency
    known as "womanhood"
    and paint you tall
    strong, brave, tender...
    paint you prouder than any man
    ever
    and say the word for God
    in the voice of a child

    for...
    you are my mother


    I loved the last stanza.
    Your mother must be a very
    strong person for you to write
    such a beautiful poem about her.
    You did so well in describing
    her too. Thank you for entering.
    GOOD LUCK!


    • SerenityNChains gold member
      February 26, 2008
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      Emily,

      My mom is indeed a very strong woman. She was adopted att age 1, abused by her adoptive parents and ridiculed for being native all her life. She lost her only son to SIDS, was in two bad marriages which involved abuse, raised three daughters alone without support, and helped so many people while struggling herself. More recently she lost part of one leg due to diabetes, and had a hip replaced, and STILL watches after her 1 yr old great grandchild!

      Thank you so much for the kind and wonderful comment. I am very proud of my mom.

      Blessed be,
      Billie Jean


  • PerfectImperfection
    January 12, 2008
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    Such an absolutely beautiful piece of endearment for the one, who gave life. Excellent choice of wording for your heritage and affections to shine through. Made me miss my mom... And that is always a gift in itself, to think of her. I am sure your mother would just adore this!


  • sapphireangelwings
    January 5, 2008
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    This was so beautiful! I especially loved the last stanza......well done here!


  • RedwingSpirit silver member
    January 4, 2008

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    Beautiful poem so much different from your others in form
    keep up the excellent penning Dear


  • Cerulean Sunrise gold member
    January 4, 2008
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    Very pretty are these words to your mother.
    Thanks for sharing them with us.


  • frownsnfreckles
    January 4, 2008

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    this is wonderful and humbles any contrived piece with its sincerity, simplicity and humility. Your mother must be so proud, I would be

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