Mom

Looking back at all the years
It nearly drives me to stubborn tears
But you were there for them all
Always ready to catch me if I should fall

This chapter is ending
It's time to start a new
One with a lot of me
And a lot less you

I still can't help it
I am dreadfully scared
When I think about it
I'm not sure I'm prepared

It's okay though
Because I know you'll still be there
To end any sorrow
With your motherly love and care

With tender arms of compassion
Stretched out in my direction
Ready to extinguish any dilemma
With your unyielding affection

You've meant so much to me
As my life has slowly unfurled
That's why I love you mom
In the whole wide world