Remembering My Mother

When I feel there is no one who seems to care,
Or when the heartache seems too hard to bear,
I remember how she always stood by my side
And would tenderly wipe away the tears I cried.

When there are moments of great joy and pride
And I wish my Mother was standing at my side,
I remember she saw more than I thought I could be,
And know I owe my triumphs to her belief in me.

When I reminisce about the things she used to say
And I miss her and think she is so far away,
I remember what she gave lives on through me,
And one day I'll see her on the shore across the sea.

Belinda Stotler. "Remembering My Mother." Family Friend Poems, January 6, 2009. https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/remembering-my-mother--copd

My mother was one of the strongest, bravest, and kindest humans to grace this planet. Without her, I wouldn't be here today, I wouldn't be the person I am, and I wouldn't have the life I have. She is everything to me, and more, and there's no way I could ever quantify the importance she's held in my life. My mother was the best mother a person could ask for:

I love you, mom, I miss you every passing day. The day you left this Earth was the day a part of me died with you. RIP

Love all whom you hold dear
Precious is the time you share
Do not wait for tomorrow may not be.
A special mother, with a special face
Someone we love and can’t replace
never selfish, always kind
These are the memories, you left behind.
Sadly missed