Mother’s Love
Any mom can say the words “I love you”
It doesn’t take some language arts degree
To say whatever to your newborn babe
For they’re too young to discern your intent
But to learn the meaning of the word “love”
They watch the things you do, not what you say
They define love by the way you show it
So it’s your job to teach them what it is
You can show them that love is ignoring
Love is doors slamming and resentful screams
They’ll believe that love is meant to hurt you
If you show them that’s the way that it is
Or you can show love with gentle whispers
Ears that listen, and arms that hold and sooth
Sunny smiles even when the sky is gray
They’ll see saftey anywhere that you are
Then one day when someone says “I love you”
They’ll know exactly what those three words mean
Mom said love is kind and love is gentle
So they will know to expect nothing less