I remember as a girl going to Cybil’s house
So you could learn the old Astrology
After you brushed the old woman’s hair
I remember thinking her and her husband were ancient
Now I know they were wise
I remember you running with me and laughing
When everyone else’s mothers were sitting
Gabbing about each other
I remember thinking I was lucky
I remember you heading my Girl Scouts Troupe
Fighting for equality to enter the old school
Trying to give the gift of nature to the girls
I remember how proud I felt that you were my mother
I remember you cheering the loudest
At my basketball games
I remember you standing up for me
Telling that sexist Gym teacher off
I remember your face when I punked myself out
The twinkle in your eyes
Your daughter was her own unique self
The flash of fright across your face
Knowing it would mean hardships
I remember your disappointment
When I almost got in big trouble
You had me read Gibron
You understood I had to move on
I remember you trying to understand
Your adventurous daughter
Not ever relating but still giving me
The room to fly
I remember the fear in your eyes
The first time I was paralyzed
The second time when you
Told that doctor he was wrong
I remember when I realized
All you had ever done for me
The day I became a mother
You are the woman in this world
That means more to me than any other
You have always been at my side
You will always love me
I have always looked up to you
I have learned from you
How to be the eccentric woman
I am today
Mama you are my Best Friend
I Love You!
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