Mother's Day

8 Nov, 2008.FGSS: My high school graduation.

So yesterday was mother's day , and i thought i'd post something for the very special woman in my life. This is something I posted on my facebook page last year..and it's relevant..it applies everyday of my life.

From the day that i was born, you gave me courage, you kept me safe and warm. You were there when i took my first steps, and went unsteadily across the floor. You pushed and prodded; encouraged and guided until my steps took me out the door. You worry now "are you okay?" Is there any more you could have done? As i walk the paths of the unknown, you wonder "where has my child gone?" Where i am is where you have led me, with your special love you showed me the way; to believe in myself and the decisions I make, taking on the challenge of life day-to-day. And where i go, you can be sure, in spirit you shall never be alone.For where you are is what matters most to me, because to me that will always be home.

2009, my cousin's wedding

You taught me to be faithful, so loving and so true. Whenever i am lonely my thoughts come back to you. Even when i am with you, i know how proud i am, to have you as my mother; it was part of God's great plan. You call me just to say hello, send me notes to say you care and when we are together, special moments we share.

I've copied you, mother. My words echo your voice, you're my shining example, the one of my choice. Not thinking about it, i've copied your style. You fashioned my dreams and painted my hopes; I've learned to make knots at the end of my ropes.

We all learn to love, but not from a friend; I learned your strength. You have mapped the way to heaven above by teaching me kindness, by teaching me love and when i needed comforting, you always found time. Your words were more soothing than days of childhood sublime.

Now the distance holds us apart, the boundaries have no end. but memories i hold in my heart. you're my mother, my bestfriend.

2011, Ndola. My sister, Mom and I

I LOVE YOU MOM