Now That I'm A Mother

I wanted to share this poem I ran across this past mother's day. I did not write it, although I feel it every day. It hits especially close to home with me, as I lost my own mother in 2010. I miss her so. I love this poem and I tear up every time I read it. It's such a wonderful way to express the love I feel for my daughter.

Now That I’m A Mother


Until I became a mother,
I did not understand,
The profound sense of love
In a mother’s heart and hands

As I whisper, “Mommy loves you”,
I rock my precious child to sleep.
Small perfection in my arms,
Sweet breaths, slow and deep.

I now see me as a baby,
You’re rocking me to sleep.
You whisper, “Mommy loves you”,
My heart is yours to keep.

At last I recognize your love,
As a mother now I see.
As I hold and love my child,
You feel that love for me.

I will always be your baby,
Despite the years that pass.
You have given me my life,
And a mother’s heart to last.

The greatest gift I can offer,
More than words could ever say,
Is to give my child the love,
You gave me every day.