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Hug Me Don‟t Use Me
You worked your two jobs and when you kick your shoes off,
you fall asleep. You feed your family and by some kind of
“Amazing Grace” you visit the schools, go to the zoos and
give your children the precious quality time that they need.
When I first saw you, I just saw your beauty. I had no clue
about what you do, the way you lived or how you survived.
When I first saw you, I just plunged in with the brightest of
smiles and my enthusiasm made you grin.
I insisted and through your kindness or maybe through your
need, you agreed to see me. I never really understood how
much is at risk when a mother meets a new man. I just looked
into you eyes and though they were strong, a voice said, “Hug
me, don‟t use me.”
Our first date took a week or two, but you were ready. You
engaged me, you gave me so much loving and you imprinted
your lips on my brain, no “Goodnights” were said. When I
got home, my phone had two messages from you. One said, “I
had such a great time” and the other said, “You were already
losing your mind” thinking about me.
For the way you made me feel, I will gladly take a number
and wait behind your life and your responsibilities. Next time
if you will let me, I‟ll gladly massage and rub your feet. Next