Here’s to all mothers!

She took the kick and smiled,

and wondered if your tiny feet got hurt!

She slowly caressed you and sang you a lullaby,

Even before you were born!

She was the first protector,

When you wailed first – she was your solace,

When you were hungry – she was your source,

She gave her life force to you.

Then you grew up,

She nourished you, cherished you;

And made you feel great –

Patience personified!

One day a year is not sufficient to thank her,

for making a home for you for those 10 months

and then making her home yours for long after;

may you remember her forever!