In fading whispers, echoes remain,

A gentle soul, my guiding light's strain.

2021's storm took its toll,

Now each breath's a fragile, fleeting roll.

Memories linger, warmth still clains,

A great lady's love, forever my pain.

Not ready, I grasp for the past,

Mom, stay – these words forever stuck fast.

Time slows down, in this haze of grief,

I replay moments, every tender belief.

Her smile, her laugh, her loving gaze,

Forever in my heart, a bittersweet daze.

Her strength was mine, her heart my home,

A love like hers, never to be known.

Though fading fast, her spirit stays,

A mother's love, in endless, silent ways.

Best friend, confidante,

my heart's safe space,

I'm not ready to let go of your gentle face.

But I know you've been tired for so long,

Battling on, when your heart was done.

It's okay to let go, to rest your head,

I'll carry you with me, in the love we've shared instead.