Saturday, May 8, 2010

what makes a mother??

for my lovelies.. have a happy mothers day.. and as always be gentle with yourselves...



I thought of you and closed my eyes,
And prayed to God today.
I asked what makes a Mother,
And I know I heard him say:
A mother has a baby,
This we know is true.
But, God, can you be a mother,
When your baby's not with you?
Yes, you can he replied,
With confidence in his voice.
I give many women babies,
When they leave is not thier choice.
Some I send for a lifetime,
And others for a day.
And some I send to feel your womb,
But theres no need to stay.
I just don't understand this God,
I want my baby here.
He took a breath and cleared his throat,
And then I saw a tear.
I wish that I could show you,
What your child is doing today,
If you could see your child smile,
With other children who say:
We go to earth and learn our lessons,
Of love and life and fear.
My mommy loved me oh so much,
I got to come straight here.
I feel so lucky to have a mom,
Who had so much love for me.
I learned my lessons very quickly,
My mommy set me free.
I miss my mommy oh so much,
But I visit her each day.
When she goes to sleep,
On her pillow's where I lay.
I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek,
And whisper in her ear.
"Mommy don't be sad today, I'm your baby and I'm here."
So you see my dear sweet one,
Your children are Ok.
Your babies are here in My home,
They'll be at heavens gate for you.
So now you see what makes a mother.
It's the feeling in your heart.
It's the love you had so much of,
Right from the very start.
Though some on earth may not realize you are a mother,
until their time is done.
They'll be up here with Me one day,
And you'll know that you're the best one!
~Author Unknown



6 comments:

Elizabeth said...

What a wonderful poem. Thank you for sharing. Happy Mother's Day! *hugs*

Jill said...

Beautiful poem. Happy Mother's Day!!

Kristy said...

Happy mothers day, Jen. Beautiful poem, thank you for sharing. *hugs*

Mary said...

I love that, thank you for posting it on this bittersweet day...

Debbie said...

Jen-

You have been weighing heavy in my thoughts and on my heart today.

I hope you were able to enjoy some of the day with your family.

Our pastor today preached on loosing a child, and being wrecked with pain and suffering. I couldn't help but think of all of the amazing moms witnessing pain and suffering of their children, and those who have had to let their babies go.
I cried a lot today...for all.

I will post this sermon to my blog and hope you will check it out and that it may bring some comfort.

Just wanted you to know you were in my thoughts and prayers today.

Huge mothers day hugs your way :)

Holly said...

Wishing you a happy belated mother's day