Memories for Mothers Day

Smoky eyes, thin lips

Soft hands, thick hair

Shoulders strong for resting, voice soft for shushing

Strong eyes, looking out for bruises, bumps

Lifting, holding, patting

Crying, hugging, kissing

Cuddling, scolding, singing

Patient feet, walking halls, pacing floors

Pure heart, listening to stories, wiping tears

Puffy eyes, losing sleep, listening to breathing, checking covers

Smiling, laughing, embracing

Weeping, keeping, releasing

Waiting, wondering, being

Mother.