An Ode to My Mom!

Now that I'm a mother, I finally see
That caring for a dependent isn't really all that easy.
To wake up every morning and go to bed at night
with protruding thoughts of your children even as they're out of sight.

Now that I'm a mother, with only one child
I'm amazed at the patience you displayed even as the responsibilities piled.
Even as I write this, I remember the time you took
to ask us questions and know our lives when you could be reading a good book.

Now that I'm mother, I know the kind of hope
That is felt for your children to not turn out a dope! (hehe)
Perhaps my memory is fading, but I do recall
You did not display disappointment for the many ways we did fall.

Now that I'm a mother, I will tell you this
You are a great example; more than I could ever wish
I hope this ode to you, though very amateur
shows I'm thankful you're my mom- of this you can be sure!

Happy Mother's Day Mom!