The Journey Inward

Take 1 cup of Mama Bear love,
     the kind where you would lay down your own life to protect theirs.

Take 2 dollops of awe,
     the kind where you just can't fathom these little people,
     full of their own thoughts, feelings, opinions and talents.

Add 3 pinches of rituals,
     the kind that included Friday night pizza and movie,
     reading by candlelight,
     Sunday night neighborhood kickball,
     breakfast for dinner,
     Sisters' Christmas on Christmas Eve.

Stir and marinate ~
     all the love and fun and pride
     I had in raising you
     into the amazing women you are today.

Photo:  Kingwood, NJ.  10.30.07 by LA