MOM
You did not pick me.
And I did not pick you.
But, I picked this for you.
I picked it to thank you
for being my Mom.
For the things you are.
For the things you do.
For the things you gave me.
And some things you didn't.
I picked this to tell you
how much I appreciate the good times
and good memories you gave me.
But, most of all,
I picked it to tell you how much
I appreciate your giving up
some of the things you wanted -
and even, perhaps, some of the things
you wanted to be -
to be my Mom.
Love always, your son,
BILL
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Comments: 42
Bob, thank you for the nice comment, I appreciate this very much.
Hey Larry, thanks for giving your comment, very nice of you.
My daughter picks out the best cards for me , it is really warms my heart to get them .
Me on the other hand, I am not a poet and I certainly do know it. : )
Love ya.
Sarina, your talents shows best in the kitchen, your baked goodies are marvelous! Along with your roasted chicken and stuffing! Love Mom
Rob, I know the love my son has for me is special, all my children are so loving and special to me. His birthday has gone by, but will give him the works on the next one
which is in January.
That is beautiful. Your son must love you very much.
JoAnne, From the 7 kids I have 15 grands & 7 greatgrands! This poem meant so much to me when my son gifted it on Mothers Day one year. Thanks
Christi, that is so true, my other kids are the same. I am so lucky to have kids that are really caring and helpful. Thanks
children. Four girls and three boys. The oldest will be 50 this year, an the
youngest is 32. Then there's the 15 grandkids and 7 greatgrandkids!
I saved any other of his writings, darn! My daughter Sarina wrote a great article
for a class in college. I might just post that one, as it is great.
I have three sons and four daughters, 15 grandkids and 7 greatgrandkids. I love
them all dearly. My son was named after his Dad, and I do love the name William!
Thanks for your comment!
Do you remember the book "I'll Love You Forever?" Came out in 1988?
& Wilma for commenting.
Yes I am proud of my son &
it does bring tears to my
eyes each time I read it.
I don't recall that book
Kathryn.
And where is that tree poem. I am going to publish "Wandering in heaven".
check back soon.
Thanks
making that nice comment.
I will find you that poem my
dear friend, not to worry, I
keep my word.
~Barbara~
Norma & Donald, thank you for your comment
I was elated when my son gave that to me, it
was a Mothers day gift I think. I have posted 4
more pictures for you Norma!
Julie my dear friend, thank you so much sweetie
for stopping by to read that poem.