Mothers (poem) by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on July 13, 2004

Hey There. This one touches so many heart strings - which tie persons in knots - wringing them out on "Mother's Day." Great words for bitter times, and you[ve done a masterful job of painting a canvas all must admire, even if they can't relate to it.

Am sending you one by the Message system - another look at the subject. - Bill

Reviewed by Michelle Smolen

Reviewed on May 18, 2004

tears are rolling down my cheeks, I feel you in this work so much and understand the feelings from my own life. I look to my universal mother now for that love... wishing you peace,
Bright Blessings ~ Michelle

Reviewed by Franz Kessler

Reviewed on May 12, 2004

Truthful, and painful. We cannot force love, trying to be as good as we can. Thanks for your honesty. Franz

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on May 10, 2004

Reindeer, such a heartbreaking read. So poignantly

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on May 10, 2004

Et tu?

Reviewed by Rebekah Rosie Lang

Reviewed on May 10, 2004

Reindeer,
Sad write but a great reminder to us all
that life is not all "honky-dory" for
kids, Adult or young! Thank you for
sharing and I hope you have healed a little.
Becca

Reviewed by Jane Rodway (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

Very sad- reminds me of my old relationship with my dad, especially the part about the cards- but I now feel really lucky because he and I hashed it out and are actually good friends as well as father and daughter. Thanks for really making me think! Excellent!

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

it's sad when mothers and daughters become estranged ... yet a child's love never falters ...

powerfully penned!

Reviewed by Abe Rossi (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

They say forgiving is easier than forgetting...To me, they both can hurt sometimes...Very heartfelt write..it's nice to know pride is something we don't need others help, to feel.....Thanx for sharing..Peace Abel

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

Oh Retta, this wrenched my heart. Well written but just so sad.

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

{{{TEARS }} I couldnt of said it different and I feel this way too.
So thank you for allowing me this one today....And for Mum for I went and called first mothersday in years... It was different..

Love N Hugs
Happy Mothers Day
Peg

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

Very Heartfelt Retta!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

As sad as this is Reindeer, there is hope in the fact
that you can still find love in your heart, for her!
I hope this love is a balm inside for healing past hurts.

Reviewed by John Banasiewicz Jr

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

Never stop loving no matter what life brings to you from others, as love is not simple or easy to return when those we are trying to give it to turns away.
Very powerful write here on such a special day for mothers
Thank you
Tommy

Reviewed by Pier Tyler

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

This is one fine write. And true. Some mothers don't find that ease as others do, nevertheless, I think they try. Even for the ones who do not get it right, I think they worked with what they had or knowned at the time. Maybe they get a second chance...

Reviewed by Christine Morell

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

This touched me to the core, Reindeer. So beautifully expressed.
~Chrissie

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

This is very painful, Reindeer, but I agree with Ed: "I still love you," that's what counts.

Hugs,
Carmen :-)

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

A very sad write but said with love

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

WOW!!! You just blew me right out of my chair!!! Yes… sometimes words are spoken that cuts through our souls!!! But YOU have the most special gift for showing the world how to keep moving forward one step in front of the other. Powerful write. Happy Mother’s Day Poet. May your sacred quill never run dry.

My deepest respect and admiration.

Thomas Lanechanger

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

I still love you,
We all do…

That's all that really counts, Reindeer, in our hearts and souls.

Reviewed by Cynthia Castle (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

Oh so sad! Just keep loving and keep pride in yourself! It takes a special person to forgive, especially when you can't forget! Beautiful, moving write, Poet!

Cynthia Castle

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on May 9, 2004

This is so sad, but done with such a loving forgiving heart.

Reviewed by Debashish Haar (Reader)

Reviewed on May 8, 2004

YOUR heart drips on this page...Very thoughtful (at the same time sentimental) write on mothersday!!

Debashish

Reviewed by Sanil nath (Reader)

Reviewed on May 8, 2004

This is so nice and extra beautiful. I loved how the poem is geting shaped. Its sad sometimes when we dont have the complete care from our mom but when one grow they realise some facts to make the mind what we had was something we needed to live and give our forgiveness ... i loved this write ..

Happy mothers day for u too Retta ...
Wish u all happiensss in your life and all love ...
I'm so proud of the motherly heart your holds ...

Reviewed by Lori Moore

Reviewed on May 8, 2004

Such an awesome tribute! This is beautiful.