Love Her Forever/ Jacqueline Halabi/ Poetry

Love Her Forever

Jacqueline Halabi

My mother Dedicated, generous, and hardworking Her love for her child running so deep That she sang her special song to me Even during my dreaded years of adolescence

My mother Tender, warmhearted, and affectionate Even when I am ungrateful and indifferent She continues to sing Her special song to me

My mother Wise, concerned, and brave Filling my life with love and happiness She always comes to my rescue And sings her special song to me

Every time I absorb the powerful words Of a powerful song I pray for the day when I get to sing I’ll love you forever I’ll like you for always As long as I’m living My mother you’ll be