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A Mother's Hope

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By Sheneika StewartPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
A Mother's Hope
Photo by Sai De Silva on Unsplash

In a modest home, where the fields stretch wide

Abides a mother, her strength can’t be denied

In a rural embrace, where the view is serene

She weaves dreams and hopes with hands ever keen.

With sun-kissed skin, her eyes full of grace

She works day to night in her sacred space

A domestic dance, she labors with strength from above

Cleaning and sweeping, like a gentle dove.

Her tired hands, calloused from endless chores

Find solace in tasks that life often ignores

With a mop and broom, she presents a pristine floor

Crafting a haven, her son's heart adores.

It is in this haven, where dreams take flight

Her little boy finds solace, bathed in her light

She nurtures his dreams, a love unreserved

A guiding star in a world undeserved.

Through the hardships, her persistence remains

Her unyielding resolve quells all pains

She provides meals for the home with love as her spice

Creating magic from scarcity, a life’s sacrifice.

The hours are long, and the days are tough

Her heart holds resilience but is still gentle as a dove

With each task, she performs, her son's future she weaves

A rainbow of hope that never deceives.

And in the twilight's glow, when shadows descend

She rests her tired legs, finding the strength to mend

Her greatest joy lies not in wealth or fame

But in her son's triumphs, his rise to acclaim.

To witness him soar, to surpass the worst

To jump each hurdle, his spirit unreserved

Her heart swells with pride, as she watches him grow

From her humble embrace, a love that overflows.

Amidst the difficulties, her spirit remains

A beacon of strength through hardships and strains

With the odds against her, she defies life's decree

Love is her guide, and hope sets her free.

In her humble abode, where love knows no bounds

Her son's success is the sweetest sound

With resilience, she'll never be deterred

A single mother, her legacy assured.

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About the Creator

Sheneika Stewart

My book Strive, Your life is a Masterpiece is now available on Amazon. With a profound love for culture and a pen that dances across the page, I am a passionate writer dedicated to unraveling the tapestry of our diverse world.

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