I love you, Mum xxx

Mum,

You are no longer in the next room

When I want to talk to you

When I need someone to set me straight

When I need a hug from you to feel better

You are no longer in the next room

Although you are far from where we are

Yet at times, I feel your presence

Your spirit and soul

Although you are far from where we are

I still remember love’s soft glow upon your face

And the feel of your touch and warm embrace

Mum,

When I am drained from the burdens I have borne

Or when the ache in my heart seems too difficult to bear

I shut down and close my eyes

To go to a secret place to be with you

That is when I remember how you always stood by me

And would gently wipe away the tears I have shed

Mum,

When there are times of great joy and pride

Times when I am overjoyed and feel accomplished

Oh how I wish you were standing by my side

I know you saw more than I thought I could ever be

And the achievements I have made

I owe them all to you

For you have always believed in me

When I reminisce the moments we shared

When I think back about all the things you said

When I look back at all the love and care you gave me

When I remember all that you had done for me

Those are the times I miss you the most

And that is when I remember that your blood runs through me

I remember what you gave, lives through me

And when the time comes

You will be waiting for me

With your arms wide open.