12 months since I last saw you.


It has been 12 months since I last saw you, 
when I had to say goodbye. 
Not seeing you or hearing you,
has left a void so deep and high


You had such a beautiful smile, 
with the softest skin to touch
A tender look, a loving hug
Nothing ever was too much


You gave your heart to all of us 
and made us feel so loved
Our very own living angel 
who was needed up above


The feeling of loss we have for you 
can never be described
But the love I have for you mum, 
will never be denied


I am dear mum trying, 
to continue as you would wish,
But I’m finding it all so very hard, 
you were my world my everything


So what now mum 
what can I do
Without you nothing is clear,
My mind is a mess, 
it’s full of fog, 
anxiety and fear


You were a shining lighthouse,
a beacon of light so clear,
Guiding us to safety, 
a shroud of love and care


You shielded me from danger 
and made me feel secure
Just like a superhero
but you were so much more


You had a super power,
when you held me oh so tight
You placed my head upon your chest,
whispering ‘everything is alright’


You took away bad dreams 
and kissed the pain away
You selflessly gave me everything 
and put me first each day


I never heard you grumble 
and you never did complain
No matter how you felt each day 
you got up and smiled all the same


I will do my best to take a leaf 
out of your book of life
To be the best person I can be 
a loving daughter and wife


You will forever be with me 
and I forever with you
You were more than a mum to me, 
my best friend, my world, my life


You are a part of me 
as I was a part of you,
I just wish I had the chance that day 
to have told you ‘I love you’


Until we meet again my angel 
I have no choice but make do
But I’m thankful for the memories 
and I thank God that he gave me you


Forever your Maria 
forever you’re my mum,
I long to see you again one day 
and I know that day will come


Love you always, Maria 7.6.21