Dear Mother

Dear Mother it's been, such an awful long while,

Since I came home to see you, since we last shared a smile,

I assure you I'm well, and I'm doing alright,

I'm just a bit busy, but I'll call you tonight.

Dear Mother I'm sorry, I'm in a terrible haste,

There's so much to do, not a second to waste,

I promise I'll visit, just as soon as a find,

Some time to myself, so we can sit and unwind.

Dear Mother I said, I will call you tomorrow,

I'm engaged at the moment, with no minutes to borrow,

But I promise you that, when I get a few hours,

I will sit and I'll listen, about the cats and the flowers.

Dear Mother I'm sorry, I've escaped you again,

I have plans at the moment, could I call you in ten?

Oh wait just a second, I said I would show,

Up for drinks with my friends, I really must go.

Dear Mother I heard, you're not feeling too well,

They say it's the flu, I guess time will tell,

I should be available, in a week, two or three,

For a visit back home, but I shall have to see.

Dear Mother today, I heard such terrible news,

You passed by this morning, without a moment to lose,

You left oh so quickly, did I do something wrong?

I have not seen your face, in ever so long.

Dear Mother this morning, I said my final goodbyes,

Not over the phone, nor looking into your eyes,

I spoke at a box, which I once knew as you,

It all felt so final, pray tell me it's not true.

Dear Mother it's been, such an awful long while,

Since I heard your sweet voice, or saw your warm smile,

Just give me one chance, and I'll give you my all,

Because this world without phone calls, feels ever so small.