Having Lost my Mother in 2012, I wrote this poem. Since then, it has brought comfort to many friends who have also lost their Mother. To the younger generation, I'd like to say. You may not agree with everything your Mother has to say, but at least consider her words. You can always believe that she has your best interest at heart. Friends may leave you, but your Mother will always be there, through all your mistakes and every heartache she will be there.
Thank you to my Mother for always being there and to all the women who were an inspiration in my lifetime.
A Mother's Love Never Dies
copyright Patricia Newman-Harris
A mother’s love never dies.
From the moment she lays eyes on you,
Her love is faithful and true.
There is nothing you can do
To make her stop loving you.
Through the ups and downs
She’s always around
Encouraging and uplifting.
That is her special gift.
Her love is without condition.
She is always willing to hear your petitions.
She loves without fear or restraint.
Her love never falters or faints.
She knows her advice you may not heed,
Nevertheless, she plants her seed;
Tirelessly, pouring her wisdom
into the family until she creates
the perfect tapestry
For generations to come.
Through time and space,
Her love can never be erased.
Her love will go on and on
Long after she is gone
Long after her last goodbyes,
Long after your last cries
Because a mother’s love never dies.