To My Mother

Dear mother,

 I know I sneezed before I could say mama.

I laughed when you told me that.

I know I couldn't prevent the violence

That we went through.

But we've come a long way.

From what you and I have suffered,

And the stories you've told me.

 

I know I've said some things to you,

But I don't mean anything wrong

And I will never mean anything wrong.

You've raised me enough for me to say

That you were brave enough to.

 

I know you're sick inside your body.

Your health condition 

Has made me worry more and more of you.

But your soul is still healthy.

For the love you've given me has made me stronger.

 

And even if you're not there to tuck me in at times,

Because you're tired,

Your heart with mines,

Has made me stronger,

And will always make me stronger.

 

I know that every night,

You'll always sleep soundly and peacefully.

Besides Isabell bothering you.

And Michael asking for something to eat.

 

You've taught me enough to raise kids of my own.

You've taught me enough to take care of myself.

I know we've said some things that we don't agree on.

But I also know that we don't know 

What might happen to each other later on in life.

And I know that we'll always be alive inside.

For even death cannot separate us.

I've always made a promise to you since I was young.

I promise that I will continue raising your kids as you raised them.

I promise to keep you in my heart always even after we're gone.

I promise to be buried next to you.

I promise to love you,

Even if you don't agree with what I may become.

I promise to be here when you grow old.

And make your dinner and put you to bed.

I promise to love you as a daughter that you have raised and loved.