Mommy Darling

For there is no word more precious than 'mother' 
A woman so effervescent, and like no other
Biologically you may have birthed but two, 
Yet look at how many you have, and will, accrue. 

You heard my heartbeat from inside your chest 
And loved me at my worst and not just my best. 
What I cherish most is your willingness to listen 
Is that not love's very definition?

Your childlike nature and quick-witted tongue
Has kept you youthful, kept you young.
Your path has been peppered with much heartache 
Yet your faith stands firm, refusing to shake.
When I look into your eyes, I see such delight 
As your soul shines through - how bright, that light! 

So, as you take another trip around the sun
Remember that there is no-one like you. 
No, not one.