Women
In honor of International Women's Day. #Saidplainly
she cradled me in her loving arms
fed me
watched me grow into an inquisitive young man who
could barely wait to build a future...
a mother's attachment synchs with
the miracle of birth
five times she carried
five times she delivered
five times she nurtured...
i never considered the
sacrifices she had to make to ensure
we had everything we needed...
as a single mom, she worked her way through
anything blocking her way from succeeding
all the while dividing her attention five ways—
unique to our own growing awareness.
*
she did it!
we all survived to begin navigating
our way through life
but there were no standing ovations for her devotion...
no high-fives waiting...
no accolades to be given out...
there was only personal fulfillment, appreciation
and plenty of hugs
*
women stand as a superior force in
their own right, displaying compassion,
patience and intelligence
women are intuitive, empathetic, insightful
women are wise
women are perceptive
women are productive—
able to do anything a man can do and more...
*
i was not born a woman
but the reverence will never falter
never deviate from what can’t be denied:
-women are the better gender-
there! it's been said...
it's never been a competition
but in my opinion, it's fact
*
whomever the sexist was who said:
a woman's place is in the home,
never met my mother or understood much about life...
yes, it may take two to conceive a child,
but it only takes the will of one strong female
to instill lessons of love...
***
A million thanks go out to women and loving parents everywhere.
About the Creator
Lamar Wiggins
Creative writer in the Northeast US who loves the paranormal, mystery, true crime, horror, humor, fantasy and poetry.
"Life is Love Experienced" -LW
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Comments (17)
This is so sweet and touching! Your mother was indeed a special woman. Mine had five too, but my dad was the breadwinner, and they stayed together until he passed. Lovely tribute!! 💜
This is such a heartfelt tribute. I love how it honors your mother’s strength, sacrifice, and love while celebrating women everywhere.
This was so beautiful. Outstanding tribute to women!
Beautifully said, Lamar! Your admiration and appreciation for your mother sings in this poem. Well done!
Excellent my friend. women are definitely the better gender
I agree that a woman's place is not at home or the kitchen. A woman's place is wherever she wants to be. But I don't agree that women are the better gender. Humans can be better/worse regardless of gender. I feel being a man or a woman has it's pros and cons, thus I feel it's unfair to compare which gender is better. I'm so sorry if this comes across as offensive, that wasn't my intention at all. I sometimes feel men don't get enough credit for all the things that they do, that's all. Loved your beautiful tribute to your mom!
Nothing here but admiration... ⚡💙Bill⚡
Love this Lamar! Great work As a man raised by a single mom, this resonates!
As a mother and a woman I greatly appreciate these words. I've only had three children and I've had a partner to help me raise them. I am in awe of what your mother accomplished on her own. And you, dear Lamar, are a wonderful tribute to her labor of love. She must be so proud of all you've become.
I love this, thank you for writing this. It is beautiful. Your poem gives a voice to women. And that is absolutely beautiful ♥️♥️✨️🙂
One of my challenge suggestion was for men to write about women and vice versa...i know they won't use it, but it would be interesting what could come from it. lovely work Lamar.
That’s beautiful Lamar. ☺️💚 Big family. I always wished for more siblings.
As a mother, a hug is all we need a lot of times. Your beautiful poem made me miss my son, Lamar.
very touching expression of love being returned to your mom
Gorgeous work Lamar! I love the cover photo as well. It ties the piece together nicely! Well done! 🫶🏾
LOVE IT
Beautiful sentiments, Lamar! I love this piece so much! Cheers to your mother, and to mothers and women everywhere…and to the men who give standing ovations! 🩷💫