– A Love Letter for Mom –
Illness does not define you.
Illness does not define you.
Frailty does not make you weak.
Incredible strength comes from enduring.
Deep compassion from truly experiencing pain.
Your capacity to understand hurt,
to forgive imperfection,
makes you a safe place.
A refuge from self-reproach.
Comfort, only a phone call away.
You love with a fierceness,
an unmatched loyalty,
and a generousity of spirit
I try to emulate in my own life.
Because of you,
I know I’m a daughter of God,
individually known and loved.
Not only because you told me,
but because you showed me.
The confidence I feel,
the satisfaction in being me,
the ability to recognize my flaws,
but not let them define me,
begins with you.
When I see myself through your eyes,
my insecurities, doubts and fears
fade away
in the light of your love.
If you could see yourself through my eyes,
you would discover
the best in me is only a reflection of
the best in you.
Ahh, this is lovely. Good work. The lines about confidence and self-perception brought a tear to my eye.
Ahh, this is lovely. Good work. The lines about confidence and self-perception brought a tear to my eye.
Thank you.