I had a dream of you last night,

When I awoke I sat to write,

A letter telling you about,

How my life has since turned out.

Some years have passed since that day

That I watched you pass away.

 

In my dream, no longer ill,

Youth and beauty held you still,

You shared that here you were alright,

The cancer had not won the fight.

You took my hand, offered a smile,

Asked if I could stay awhile.

 

It ironically occurred to me

That while you walked the earth,

You never stopped to hear my plea,

To tell me of my worth.

 

Now you’re my captive audience,

Longing, waiting in suspense,

To hear what’s happened in my life,

Full of laughter? Plagued with strife?

A mother’s love forever wanting,

In twilight slumber, memories haunting.

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Feeling brave, I start to speak,

Loving communion is what I seek,

Suddenly I’m filled with doubt,

Will you stay and hear me out?

I never thought you cared and so,

I cannot urge the words to flow.

 

The morning glow replaces night,

Your image slowly fades away,

Hurriedly I start to write,

Everything I want to say.

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I think you might be proud of me,

Returned to school, earned my degree.

I strive to be a loving mother,

To my two girls and their brother,

Committed to my husband still,

A worthy roll I happily fill.

 

Mom, I wish that you were here,

To chase away the gnawing fear,

Hold your child tight in your arms,

Protecting me from earthly harms.

A babe no longer, I’ve grown strong,

I’ve found the place where I belong.

 

It seems you’re happy where you are,

I’m glad you came to see me,

Although my heart still bears the scar,

Forgiveness set’s the spirit free.