Mother of my Heart, written by my neice Rayanna!! for me on Mother's day! Enjoy!!

This was a very special Mother's Day present, wasn't it? It is an excellent poem, as well. 'The mother of my heart, not blood, who helped me become the soul I own.' I love this line above. I will give her 5 for that line and for writing it for you. How old is this person? The thinking is very mature. Also, is she related to you, or to your husband? You mentioned, he is Native; the poem sounds Native to me. Come to think of it, I really don't know if you are, or not Native. I can only guess from your poetry and comments. You mention the 'Rez' in comments on 'Wonder Dog', so now I wonder. By the way, 'My Silent Brave' was a blood boiler. I couldn't put it down, though I was blushing (and jealous). I have read quite a bit of Native American literature, including fiction, by both white and Native authors, all of whom gave the Natives the respect they deserve, and the poem sounded very authentic, though to more sensual extremes. I am in the middle of a novel for youth that includes two Native Americans kids among six (3 white, 2 Indian, 1 black) from the area up there by Marysville. I would love to consult with you sometime to make sure I keep it authentic. Always, Deelilah

You must be very proud... Ray is showing quite an artistic flare... and of course, her love for you... thanks for sharing this with us... must've been a huge surprise on Mother's Day! Richard

Your niece must truly be a ray of sunshine in your life. She sounds like a very mature girl who recognizes that you care very much for and about her. Really like hearing that tune as there are many young people that have little respect for adults and the things that they try to teach and do for them. Nice! Gee.

that was easy Mark "some things change, some things don't"