My Mother’s Reflection
How often do I think of you;
Your sweet and loving smile,
Your kind and gentle caring ways,
Your warmth, your grace, your style.
How often do I think of you;
The times that we have shared,
My early years, the youthful times,
The nurturing, the care.
How often do I think of you;
Your uncomplaining way,
The patient, steady strength you showed
Through adolescent stray.
How often do I think of you;
The ways you interact,
With friends and family, everyone,
With elegance and tact.
How often do I think of you;
With love and admiration,
For in my heart I’d like to be …
My mother’s sweet reflection.