Thursday, May 8, 2008

For My Mommy

Rama had an early Mother's day gift for me.

Rama: I can't wait for Mother's Day, Mommy. I made something for you. It's a handprint. Color purple, 'cause that's your favorite color. And I learned a poem for you.

For My Mommy

Sometimes you get so discouraged
Because I am so small
And I always get my fingerprints
On the furniture and the wall

But everyday, I'm growing up
And soon I'll be so tall
That all those little fingerprints
Will be gone beyond recall

So here's a little handprint
That you can put away
And remember how my fingers
Looked in kindergarten in May


This she recited perfectly. (Props to her teacher, Mrs. Shearham, for teaching this heartwarming poem to the kids). The handprint, though, will come on Sunday. This was just a sneak preview.

Me: I love it, Rama! But you know what, the first part of the poem, not so true. I'm never discouraged!
Rama: I know. You don't really get upset. But just in case.

7 comments:

Nina said...

You raised Rama really well. Happy Mother's Day!

Unknown said...

Kaka-iyak naman! Happy Mother's Day Poch!

P said...

Thanks, Nina. We try.

Hey, Knitty. Aamin ako, got choked up. Just a li'l bit. :-)

Anonymous said...

Happy Mother's Day, Poch! Rama is living proof of what a terrific job you're doing. :-)

P said...

Aw, thanks, Katu. On some days, I really think it's mostly chamba. :-)

Anonymous said...

Wow! the best gift A Mom could ever get. Nica also made me a mother's day card that says "for the best Mommy..." sarap ng feeling. We're lucky to have them!

bambi said...

hi poch. you really have a great kid there! props to you for bringing her up so well. happy mother's day!!

my friends and i enjoy reading your blog. the rama-isms are soooo witty!! para na siyang matandang tao. :-) looking forward to more...


bambi
manila, phils