Yesterday was my mom's 52nd birthday. Today my family went to her grave and I was more upset than ever that I couldn't be there with them. Living 1,200 miles away from home has been a great learning experience for me, but there are times I wish I was closer to home. There are days that I would give anything to be able to go sit at my mom's grave and talk to her, ask for advice, cry with her, share my joys and accomplishments, or just tell her about my day. I am very lucky to have wonderful women in my life like my mom's mother, my mom's sisters, and my girlfriend's moms who have stepped in as "mom figures" over the past 5 years. But, no one can replace your mother. No one else in your life shares that scared and special bond. I miss her every moment and will always be grateful for her and what she taught me. Even though I can't see, hug or touch her, I feel her presence around me all the time.
I dedicate this poem to the best mom in the world -
Jacqui Lynn Barainca Suker
Save a place for me
Mom, I wish you could take me by my hand
And help me learn to understand
Why you had to go away
I needed so much for you to stay
I was twenty-one going on twenty-two
And all at once I had to deal with losing you
Mom, I needed you so much
And now how I miss your loving touch
You were more than my mother
You were like no other
I'll never let your memory fade
Because together we prayed
Which gave me a true understanding
In a world that’s so demanding
You always made me feel so warm inside
With unconditional love you just couldn't hide
I've cried a million tears
Over the last long 5 years
Because I miss you so
I wasn’t ready to let you go
God has set you free
So save a place for me
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Lisa, that is beautiful. You have brought me to tears. Thank you for sharing that.
ReplyDeleteLisa, thank you for sharing your poem. What a wonderful tribute. Although I never met your mom, I know she must have been an amazing woman because of the person you are. I don't even know you really well, but what I have seen is someone who is stong, adaptable, always ready to laugh or to offer kind words and comfort. I have no doubt that your mom still shares in your joys and sorrows, and that she is saving a place for you, along with a big hug. I am sorry you couldn't be with your family.
ReplyDeleteThat was beautiful - thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThat's a sweet poem, Suke. Did you write it? I can't imagine how much you miss your mom everyday...Love you.
ReplyDeleteI love your mom!
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