Mama's Footsteps
Are we really so different--mothers and daughters?47 total reviews
Comment from Jeano
Sometimes life is a struggle but we land on our feet in spite of it. Try as we might not to be like our mothers, with age we realize we're more alike than not. Some traits are just in us from day one, and no matter how hard we fight against it, we come to realize its just who we are. Not until we come to terms with it, and accept it, do we relax and be comfortable with who we are. I'm glad you learned to appreciate your mother for who she was. Though there were tough times it sounds like she was an exceptional person. Thanks for sharing. Good Luck.
Jeano
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Sometimes life is a struggle but we land on our feet in spite of it. Try as we might not to be like our mothers, with age we realize we're more alike than not. Some traits are just in us from day one, and no matter how hard we fight against it, we come to realize its just who we are. Not until we come to terms with it, and accept it, do we relax and be comfortable with who we are. I'm glad you learned to appreciate your mother for who she was. Though there were tough times it sounds like she was an exceptional person. Thanks for sharing. Good Luck.
Jeano
Comment Written 20-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Jeano. I appreciate your feedback, and I'm glad I realized this. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from BermyBye50
A.Myers85,
This is an intriguing poem and story exploring a Mother/Daughter relationship. You describe a necessary divergence in your life experiences but in the end offer a honorary tribute to your Mom in the explanation notes that speaks to the inevitable retracing of her footsteps in the end.
All the best,
Eugene
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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A.Myers85,
This is an intriguing poem and story exploring a Mother/Daughter relationship. You describe a necessary divergence in your life experiences but in the end offer a honorary tribute to your Mom in the explanation notes that speaks to the inevitable retracing of her footsteps in the end.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Eugene. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from LJbutterfly
I agree. There is a special bond between mothers and daughters. My mother passed many yeas ago, but I am now her in many ways. My adult daughter is becoming me.
You beautifully captured the nature of the bond in your poetry, and your notes provided addition information that intensified your message. Being a mother and a daughter, I thoroughly enjoyed your poem.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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I agree. There is a special bond between mothers and daughters. My mother passed many yeas ago, but I am now her in many ways. My adult daughter is becoming me.
You beautifully captured the nature of the bond in your poetry, and your notes provided addition information that intensified your message. Being a mother and a daughter, I thoroughly enjoyed your poem.
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, LJbutterfly. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from John Ciarmello
This poem and your notes are so touching and valuable for other women to read who have been told those exact seven words your father said to you all those years ago.
She'd be proud that you're your mother's daughter. Best, JohnC
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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This poem and your notes are so touching and valuable for other women to read who have been told those exact seven words your father said to you all those years ago.
She'd be proud that you're your mother's daughter. Best, JohnC
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, JohnC. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from Judith Ann
This is a beautiful testimony to your mother. So well written and it inspires me to write more too. I could feel the love and admiration. Thank you for this. --Judy
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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This is a beautiful testimony to your mother. So well written and it inspires me to write more too. I could feel the love and admiration. Thank you for this. --Judy
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Judy. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from Ulla
I loved your poem. It's very well written. I enjoyed reading it. Then I read your notes and I found them very interesting as well. You see, I have never experienced what you're describing. I was adopted, and certainly had a wonderful upbringing. But those footprints were never there. I found my real mother when I was 51. We were very alike and had 7 years together. But it was too late to made that kind of footprint as well.
I'm so glad that you have had that. Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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I loved your poem. It's very well written. I enjoyed reading it. Then I read your notes and I found them very interesting as well. You see, I have never experienced what you're describing. I was adopted, and certainly had a wonderful upbringing. But those footprints were never there. I found my real mother when I was 51. We were very alike and had 7 years together. But it was too late to made that kind of footprint as well.
I'm so glad that you have had that. Ulla xcx
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Ulla. I appreciate your feedback. I'm glad you got the seven years with your real mom. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from Jessica Wheeler
This is beautiful. I love the structure. The repeating of "two women" effectively builds a reader's emotions throughout, creating a strong connection to your words. I loved:
"Two women--alike but different, as is the case with mothers and daughters."
Thanks for sharing. Xo
Jessica
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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This is beautiful. I love the structure. The repeating of "two women" effectively builds a reader's emotions throughout, creating a strong connection to your words. I loved:
"Two women--alike but different, as is the case with mothers and daughters."
Thanks for sharing. Xo
Jessica
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Jessica. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice artwork and presentation.
-I am sorry about your mother's passing.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-I like the style of your poem.
-You do a good job showing the qualities
of you and your mother.
-I am older than you, but I remember one
day thinking I look just like my mother. I
found I would say things like her, too.
-You wrote a very good tribute to your
mother and also show what you have accomplished.
-I think you're right about the apple, too.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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-Nice artwork and presentation.
-I am sorry about your mother's passing.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-I like the style of your poem.
-You do a good job showing the qualities
of you and your mother.
-I am older than you, but I remember one
day thinking I look just like my mother. I
found I would say things like her, too.
-You wrote a very good tribute to your
mother and also show what you have accomplished.
-I think you're right about the apple, too.
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Pam. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
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You are very welcome. I am sorry you haven't been well. I am a retired teacher, and admire you for doing it in these times of all kinds of things. Take care and get well soon. No problem about a late reply, either.
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Thank you for saying that. May I ask how many years you have taught and what grades? Any advice for this novice teacher? (I'm in my 9th year.)
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I taught high school English for 29 years. I'd say you have some time under your belt. I'll look you up on your profile page and go from there when I get a chance.
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Wow!!! I'm impressed. My mom taught high school English, too, and she loved it. Maybe one day I'll venture into that realm, but I love my elementary students right now.
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I appreciate your reply and thanks for sharing about your mom. If you are interested, davisr(Rhonda) has a book started about teachers on the site sharing experiences. You might want to check it out. At some point I will probably add to it.
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Ohh, thank you for letting me know. I'll definitely check it out. :D
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You are welcome. I hope you do check it out.
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this poem. The format that you wrote it in was very easy to read. They say that girls turn into their Mothers. In my case it is true in some respects but I hope That I have learned from her mistakes. Nice one. Jen
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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I really enjoyed reading this poem. The format that you wrote it in was very easy to read. They say that girls turn into their Mothers. In my case it is true in some respects but I hope That I have learned from her mistakes. Nice one. Jen
Comment Written 19-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Jen. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
The relationship between mothers and daughters are both simple and complex. Both women are blessed when the mother teaches values and skills and sings with joy when the daughter spreads her wings. You honor both yourself and your mother with this poem.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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The relationship between mothers and daughters are both simple and complex. Both women are blessed when the mother teaches values and skills and sings with joy when the daughter spreads her wings. You honor both yourself and your mother with this poem.
Comment Written 18-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing, Ginda. I appreciate your feedback. (Sorry for the late reply. I've just now recovered from two back-to-back sicknesses: occupational hazard of being a teacher--and not one I would trade for the world.) Thank you again for reading.
