I tried to be a good son
I tried to get the job done
I’ve fallen short of your glory
Erase my name by number one
I’m sorry I’m not who you wanted me to be
Feel free to cast me into the sea of iniquity
I’m tired of trying to please you
Changing my plans to appease you
Seems like whatever I want to do
You never agree to
So now I’m saying forget it
I will no longer pretend it
If my life was in your hands
I know you would probably end it
You claim you want the best for me
But you’re causing a test for me
Some nights I stay up crying because
There’s no rest for me
I constantly struggle with your expectations
The stress increases my heart’s degradation
As my mind and body erodes to nothing
I now get to look forward to something
Thank you momma for all you have done
But I’m not ready to die to stay your son
Just think what a wonderful world this would be
If you could love my family as much as you love me
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I constantly struggle with your expectations
The stress increases my heart’s degradation
As my mind and body erodes to nothing
I now get to look forward to something
Thank you momma for all you have done
But I’m not ready to die to stay your son
- such a sad write. but well written. i really liked it. this is my first time reading your writes i believe and i really liked this. -
Being a clinging, overbearing mother, I had to learn how to let go. My youngest son used to stay in trouble, made wrong choices more often than he should have. When I gave him over to God, he began to suffer the consequences of his bad decision making, and finally realized that he had some changes to make in his lifestyles. He moved to Florida and is doing great! I have always been proud of him and always knew what he was capable of, and his greatest potential. Love your mother anyway. She doesn't know how to do anything but be a mother and sometimes we have a smothering affect. I'm sorry you seem to be suffering. Your words are filled with pain. But do not harbor guilt or shame. Move past the hurt and live.
Much Love ♥
Renee
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dear momma..
not the one i expected..wow kid.. this crazy sad.. my heart breaks for you..don't what to say except, chin up..buck up and keep doing what you can do to make it..i'm sure half of how she makes you feel isn't to be hardhearted towards you.. excellent but sad write..
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What a powerful piece here month she should be proud of you your a great and wonderful man
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a strong sad emotional piece... thanks for sharing your voice with us Mo
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I'm so sorry for the pain this must cause you. Some of our worst pains come from those who should be our closest loved ones. And it is too hard to have to try to please all sides of our families when they are unwilling to accept our choices. My heart is with you. You have written a strong poem here, and I am sure that you will touch many hearts. Lita
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"If you could love my family as much as you love me"
What a sad but special read.
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hang in there mo... you're a wonderful man and she should be proud to call you her son!
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Was a great read!
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