I corrected my mother once just because
I did not like the term "in law" and so I
told her not to call my first by such a name.

Maybe we are really different, I said,
but she is a sister in love to me.
I know not what you or others think of me

But I stand by this choice today. Thank you for
whatever kindesses you've offered, many
I remember, perhaps others I do not

Know for sure. I am sorry for any way
I have offended, though I do not know how.
May you be happy, blessed in both life and love.