MAMMA, Here for YOU
Looking at you, I knew.
Did Something happened?
Did someone harmed you?
Did they let you go, at end of your first day?
What …. happened ….. I thought?
Who broke my bubbie’s hopes?
With tears held back,
You said:
“Mamma, the Boss’s Boss came & said
I am too young for the job”.
What can I say?
My heart ached for you.
Before I step forward & give you a hug,
You took charge,
Extended your hand, grabbed me for a hug
and said with a radiant smile
(reminding me of the sun peaking out from clouds
after torrential monsoon rain)
“Mamma, they did pay me.
Here. This is for YOU.
The $$ I made, my first pay.
Use them Only for You, I love you“.
I am sharing this post for Slice of Life challenge hosted by Two Writing Teachers . On Tuesdays, we write about small moments in life that brings us greater joys, at times sorrow and a meaning. You are invited to join too.
Thanks for sharing this little moment – it was a hard but loving moment in the life of your child. Nice to be there for them!
Joanne,
Thanks.
Yes, it was the day my little one showed she is a strong lady and can take the punches life invariably will throw at her.
Sometimes a hug says so much more than words. It doesn’t matter who initiates it.
You said it & I concur. 🙂
You’re writing voice is strong and captures this coming of age moment eloquently.
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Thank you. I just was so touched by our daughter’s sweet gesture that I want to hold on to it forever. Especially she will be soon going away for further studies.
Done
This is a very sweet post. Welcome to Slice of Life Blogging. I look forward to reading more of your slices.
Carol,
Thanks. I enjoy the opportunity to connect with so many wonderful bloggers, parents, educators & simply beautiful human beings by participating in Slice of the Life challenge.
Looking forward to ongoing conversations.
Such an important moment to see how strong she is.
Thanks for sharing this important slice of life with us today.
WELCOME to our writing community.
Stacey,
We, mamas, always have stories to tell about our munchkins. Ya?
I also enjoyed Isabella’s artistic expression of Ari with purple hair.
Come & visit again.
Carol,
Thanks. What an opportunity to connect with so many wonderful bloggers, parents, educators & simply beautiful human beings. Ya?
Looking forward to ongoing conversations.