Many times, I had wanted to fail
Constatntly, you reminded me of reasons not to
I grew up in the mud
You wiped me of all debris
Sucked your placenta, 9 months It brought me to life, that was enough Yet you fought by my side through growth, thick and thin To help me evolve
At the crossroads of my life Worn out and almost defeated I have every reason to quit, except you For if I do I will never connect the dots
Even at breaking point My mother’s son, I’d always be My greatest source of inspiration The reason why my spirit is not broken
This fire in my bones will I quench not That I forget not the ancient paths you laid Amidst challenges, setbacks and pressure I’d never forget to remember, that you are my mother
(Dedicated to my mum, Mrs. Mercy Etim)