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My mother's eyes filled with tiredness and undying devotion

My mother's eyes filled with love and endless rivers

that overflow with her hugs and kisses

My mother's eyes worn by daily wear and tear

My mother's eyes tears

Tears trickled down her cheeks still filled with youth

She cries and cries

Make sense of what is happening

Breathe what is happening

Accept what you have become

To deny your temple is to deny yourself

My mother cannot dream for she hasn't slept in years

Works and works to feed, shelter, and clothe

Works in hopes to create a material world that look better

Works to make a better reality for us

My mother's eyes never rest

My mother's eyes really smile

They grow tired and meek

They shy away from me

© 2000 S. E. Chambers