A Mother's Tale

The daughter that once was stubborn as a mule.

Grew up to be quite a jewel.

She bore a son and raised another one.

Even if it was not part of her plan.

A Mother she became, opening her heart to fragility.

Exposed to days of hostility and humility.

She became an inconvenience to her sons.

A heartache that drums unable for her to shun.

But a Mother she will always be providing comfort like a shaded tree.

She looks at her own Mother

And she cannot help but ponder

Her Mother's days of selflessness and helplessness.

Days of kindness and brightness.

A stark reminder that motherhood is a gift filled with emotions like a ship adrift.

So she spent her days basking in her own mother's glow, living a life that is quite apropos.

Loving, caring, reminiscing, learning, thanking

Hoping one day that she can be just as outstanding.