Being a Mom

My Speech today

In a unique way

Will Define a Mom

And then some…

 

It’s not always easy 

There’s ups and downs

It can make you queasy

Between smiles and frowns

 

Let’s ask the question

And see what we find

To confirm the notion

That moms are kind

 

Who is a Mom?

Someone who cares…

Nurtures selflessly

one who wears 

various hats…seamlessly?

That is a mom

She shares and cares

Often endlessly

She’s always aware

And progresses easily

 

Who is a Mom?

One who smiles

Unconditionally?

And comes alive

Nurturing tenderly?

That is a mom

Her child is dear

In many ways

It’s very clear

Make no mistake

 

Who is a Mom?

One that worries

When her child is hurt?

One who scurries

When her child alerts?

That is a mom

Her radar isn’t like any other

She responds with speed

For any mother

It’s an essential need

 

Who is a Mom?

Is she is a mentor

And a friend?

Does she have the rights words

For a child that vents

That is a mom

She’s certainly wise

And listens intently

She gives advice

That’s useful and timely

 

Who is a Mom?

A guide and ally

advocate for their child?

A supporter in times

When things are wild?

That is a Mom

She protects and paves

The way to success

When mistakes are made

She’s there to address

 

Who is a Mom?

One who aches

When her child is in pain?

One who celebrates

When she sees her child gain?

That is a mom

She shows great devotion

And wipes away tears

Connects to emotions

She’s a cheerleader

 

Who is a Mom?

Is she someone who gives

Without needing to take?

Does she only live

for her childrens’ sake?

That is a mom

She is dedicated 

And takes care of her child

Once they’ve graduated

She rediscovers her life.

 

That’s my little story

About being a mom

It’s extremely rewarding

It’s taught me to be calm

 

Toddlers or Teens

With their crazy moods

They still are sweet

My love stays true

 

It starts with a cry 

From a little one

I’ve learned so much

I love being a mom!

 -A.K.

 

As she lay beside me

As she lay beside me

I looked at her sucking her fingers

With eyes wide open

She was a new born baby!

As she lay beside me

After being nothing short of feisty 

 I saw her sleep calmly

She was a toddler with no shortage of opinions!

As she lay beside me

Needing some good ol’ mommy love

I saw my new best friend

She had grown to be a little lady!

*I look forward to many more milestones. We can bond over so much girly stuff.  😀 Love you baby girl!

A.K.

With or without you?

In a few of months

We’ll have to part ways

You’ve given me comfort 

On many brutal days

I am not very sure 

Of our next rendezvous 

Not that I don’t love you

But it shouldn’t be too soon

Athough we were a fit

I often needed space

Taking a break from you

Until we’d go some place

I will say this though

You weren’t one of a kind

But I picked you out of many

So am I out of my mind

When I say I can’t wait

To change up the rote

And finally shed you off

My dear winter coat!

😀

A.K.

The Fall season 

Cooler temperatures

Pumpkins and other gourds

Show the arrival of the Fall season 

   
    
 The yellow and red 

and orange leaves

Are the highlight of the Fall season

   

    
   
The bare trees from fallen leaves

The costumes and times of ‘Trick or Treat!’ 

Are all a signature of the Fall season!

   
    
    
     

 A.K.

I realize…

I realize that our bouts of laughter

Will stay with me forever after

I realize that I want the best for you
But don’t worry…I will consult with you 😀

I realize that you have opinions now
Some I am sure will make me say…”wow!”

I realize that there’s no bigger joy

Than seeing a smile on my little girl and boy

I realize that I have to be your guiding light 

To show what’s wrong and what is right

I realize that I want to enjoy my time with you 

My precious little ones…I will always love you!

  
-A.K.

Once upon a time…

Once upon a time

I was a baby

Milk and a clean diaper was all I needed

Once upon a time

I was a a toddler

Food, random objects and a clean diaper was all I needed

Once upon a time

I was a child

Food and toys was all I needed

Once upon a time

I was a high schooler

Food, friends and good grades was all I needed

Once upon a time

I became a young adult

Food and graduating from college was all I needed

Once upon a time

I found my first job

Food and proving myself was all I needed

Once upon a time

I got married

Food, a home and proving myself was all I needed

Once upon a time

I had children

Taking care of them and proving myself was all I needed

Now I have t(w)eens

Life is not about approval from others

Taking care of the family is still a high priority

Taking care of “me” is a concept that has now dawned upon me

Food is still something I need! 😀

-A.K

What goes down, must come up!

When you’re feeling sad

Use that strength in you

To fight those pesky blues

When you’re feeling lonely

Find YOUR activity 

Enjoy it…be carefree!

When you’re feeling MAD

Realize you need a break 

To consider that we ALL make mistakes 

When you’re disappointed 

Maybe you expected too much?

Try re-evaluate and then adjust

As life keeps moving along

You’ll perceive many ebbs and flows

But the mind alone can get you through those self-created “lows”!

A.K.

007…Licensed to eat!

I am on a mission  that I can’t disclose

Only that I’m licensed to eat MORE

While also adhering to my self-imposed

Diet restrictions to get calories galore

To build up muscles and keep me strong

And do those workouts may seem very long

Making sure I don’t go terribly wrong

When my mission and me move right along

The forecast will guide the way I dress

But weather in WI?…that’s anyone’s guess!

Week one of training was a great success

Now aches and pains are so much less!!!

 

A.K.

*WI – Wisconsin

 

Leading lines

  

(Photo taken in Tulum,Mexico)

The path is covered with seaweed 

And sometimes by sand

But don’t be afraid to follow the leading lines 

Focus on the crashing waves

And texture under your feet

As you follow the leading lines 

Those are some big rocks to climb

And twigs to brush aside

To get to the  end of the leading lines

There will be challenges

And doubts along the way

But persist through the leading lines

You’ve finally made it to the top

And everything’s so clear from up here

All thanks to the leading lines!

A.K.