Mother's Day
Happy Mother's Day to all those that are mothers or mothers to be. What an exciting, challenging and rewarding time of life! To celebrate Mother's Day, I wish to share with you a poem I came across when my children were very young. I think it says what it means to be a mother quite well. The author is unknown.
Wanted: Mothers
We're hiring mothers
And we need them right away,
You must be filled with peace and joy
And vow that you will stay.
You must appreciate a flower
When it's given without a stem,
Marvel at an ugly rock
As if it were a gem.
You must possess a wealth of love
Be wise, controlled, alert,
Have management ability
And make a good dessert.
Expertise in finance
And a flair for decorating,
Knowledge of psychiatry
And Band-Aid applicating.
Willing to accomodate
Pet relationships,
Detective skills in cases
Like the missing chocolate chips.
Qualified and competent
In diplomatic circles,
Adolescent counselling
In short, performing miracles.
Adept in kissing bruises
And using rocking chairs,
Capable of handling
Community affairs.
A magician in the kitchen
With a pound of hamburger,
And ability to touch a cheek
And know its temperature.
If you think you can qualify
And you've had experience,
And you understand completely
That you make the difference.
Between a world that's filled with fear
And a world that's filled with joy,
Call us now, we want you to be
In our employ.
