My Mother

My Mother I woke up gazing at your face. Was nurtured in your arms. Look to you to care for me, And guide me in life. I need you to celebrate the things I do. Push me to do my best. I need your help as I go through school, To keep me on the right path. I need you close, even as I move away, To be an anchor in tough times. I need you in my life forever, To love my kids as you love me. I need you to be my savior, So I can be all I can be. For you— My mother