Mama, for all the days since you 
crossed the great divide

You have begged for my forgiveness
and stood by my side.

Strange, though beautiful to be loved,
I have welcomed you

And honored you in the best way 
I have known to do.

I do not know if there is more
to forgive you for

Than puzzling inability
to love or see me

And my heart that loved you always
and in many ways

That I know you now see. Mama,
when all gathered round

And you called them one by one by
one to speak last words

Why is it you had none for me?
I gave everything

I had to bring you comfort and
to soothe suffering

As I'd do again whatever
you have held secret

From me. You would not be the first
nor last I presume,

So be now absolved and rise high
to place of honor.

I am sorry, Mama, that we
could not have been friends.

I love you and thank you. Let us
forgive, make amends.

Show me how I can help you rest
in peace forever,

For I harbor no resentment.
You are my treasure.