MAAMI

After nine month, she gave me suck

Walking and working throughout the day but never stuck

Not minding the stress even if people talk

Up she is before the crow of the cock

She nurses you from baby till when you're grown

Feeling blue when she sees you down

Laying awake at night with a frown 

Just to feel your temperature as you lay down

She wakes up very early to fix you a meal

Even if weak, she has the zeal

Oh! Maami, you're a living legend

I'll forever praise you and not sing your dirge 

Every night and day she says a prayer for me

Fasting, casting and binding on her kneels just for me

Oh! Lord, look down and see how she feels 

Her love is strong and deeper than the deeps 

She works multiple jobs just to provide 

Pushing it hard so the family won't divide

Coming home at night tired and frail

Still fixes dinner even if it's late

Even at her old age she looks pretty young and tender 

The only goddess I know, strong in all weather

Despite all the correctional measures she gave me as a toddler 

She remains my first love now and forever 

Who says women are not the best creation

As maami sleeps, her breathe heavy in motion

If I had the power, you'd stay forever on Earth 

Nothing will harm you, not even death 

@talk2leigh

11th Sept 18

05:33am