To the Teen Who’s Embarrassed of Mom
Oh yes you did.
You rolled your eyes.
And covered your face.
And eagerly walked away
from the one who
carried you for nine months–
and has carried you ever since.
The hugs you once demanded
are becoming rare,
now that you think you’re “too old” for Mom’s affection.
But time is slipping away,
and she struggles because you are
slipping
away
too.
Growing up means
the changes that are coming are real,
and important–
but none of them more real
than
your
mother’s
unchanging
love.
You will go your own way.
You will take the next step.
But
always
remember
that
you
are
taking
a
part
of
her
heart
with you.
Don’t forget to tell your mom how much you love her while you can. One day she will be the one slipping away, and then it will be your turn to lose a part of your heart. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom! I love you more than words could say…
Categories: Faith, Inspiration, Life, Marriage and Family, Parenting
Tagged as: children, family, growing up, letting go, love, Mother's Day, mothers, parenting, perspective, poetry, teens
