Mother's day this year happened to be right in the midst of finals. With no time to think of anything but school, I was lost when my mom messaged me a few days before mother's day. "Hey Rachel. I know that you're studying for finals so, I'll keep this short. I want to let you know that for Mother's Day all I want is for you to message me and say a couple of good things about me. I don't want a gift from you, just some love." After receiving that message, my exhausted, overworked brain had a burst of creativity. So, in an attempt to postpone studying I wrote.
On Mother's Day, I sent this poem to my mom:
I’m a nerd so I made this
A poem for you
the only mom I have
mother of two
listen to all the great things
that you’ve done in my life
your power to talk
being a dope ass wife
love hugs everyone
when you enter a room
there’ll be Christmas parties and ragers
when you’re in your tomb
friendly you are
sensitive as fresh baby skin
don’t worry about heaven
I know you’ll get in
Our fights may be trifle
Our threats may be empty
But we both know it’s true
We love each other plenty
Next time I say
some mean or rude phrase
Don’t take it so personally
it’s only a phase
Do what you love
Play tennis all day
Sleep for eternity
Go hug Renee
It’s your day
Seize it right now
I love you so much
And I’ll tell you how
I love your social nature
I love your friendly soul
I love your love for me
And that will never grow old
Be happy life happens
Know you’re the bomb
I love you so much
Happy Mother’s Day Mom
I was back at home for a weekend and I spotted something that wasn't there before. Sitting in the living room, laid a frame, not enclosing a picture, but framing words, my words. Placing my hand on the glass that lay before my words, I realized how much my loving words touched my mom. I realized how much love my mom has crammed in her heart. I realized that with my little sister moved into college and my parents being new empty nesters, my mom might need some extra love. So here's to you Mom. Have a great day!
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