Now to When

by Jermaine Banks - Cancer

Now to when
People take for granted the privilege of having a mom
When you had too much to carry, she was the extra pair of arms
On those early weekend mornings she became your alarm
Remember when she was mad and you would stay out of her way
How about the time you got a spankin’ and was sent back outside to play
The lady who would comfort you during that childhood fear
Also gave you the right advice that you didn’t want to hear
Through all the fussing which you thought was complaining and
When she told you to bring your umbrella incase it starts raining
She came to the school show and stayed to the end
To when she came outside and embarrassed you in front of your friends
From when you even tried to get smart and got popped in the mouth
Remember that first love when you had to sit 12inches apart on the couch
Times have changed, you moved out on your own
But to her you’re never too grown
She was your best friend the first couple of months in college
She traveled so far to see you and didn’t complain about mileage
To when she said she couldn’t take you out because she was low on gas
From when you just started walking and stopped you from running to fast
From when teachers would call and you said sorry you just missed her
She kept peace in the home between you and your brother or sister
She taught you respect and made you say hi
Remember when you first got bold and answered her “why?”
When she gave you a beating and told you it didn’t hurt
Woke you up early Sunday morning and made you go to church
In my life today she plays a big part
Even when she gone she will still live on in my heart.
Happy Mother’s Day Mom!
									By Jermaine Banks
Birth sign: Cancer
Date created: 2001-08-02 13:13:01
Last updated: 2021-03-03 14:44:48
Poem ID: 64249

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