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my mother the queen (a rewrite)
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my mother the queen (a rewrite) |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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When I was just a wee little girl, far too little to see we were poor, it didn't really matter much then and still doesn't anymore. 'Cuz my mother was the queen. We didn't own a TV, not even a black and white, and the fridge wasn't even a fridge but an old 'ice box', empty some days and nights. But we always went to school with a lunch, mom was set in her ways in that. And the milkman kept bringing milk to the door. He didn't care that mom was too poor to pay, he just kept bringing a fresh bottle every day. My big sister Loretta heard about this TV show. It was called 'Queen For a Day.' She was determined my mom should play. So sis wrote the studio a letter, they sent two tickets, and she and mom went to the show on a bright hopeful sunny day. Well, Mom won the crown but at home we didn't know 'till the neighbors ran over excitedly to say "Your mom is the Queen today!" I laughed and replied, "Yep, and my daddy is the King" But of course daddy had long since gone away. Imagine my surprise when the cab pulled in, and the Queen Mother stepped out carrying fresh roses and a rosy grin. Yes, my Mother was the Queen, if only for a day. * My mom and I never got along well, but in honor of her birthday, May 25, I wish to thank her for always insisting I stay in school, not be a dropout. Even though she never said it to my face, she apparently bragged to a relative that she was proud that I had a college education. So, this is for you, mom. I am sorry we never could carry on a pleasant conversation until it was too late. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I never resist reading a poem dedicated to a mother and your tribute on your dear Mother's Birthday is so very beautiful and moving, dear Kacy. I remembered it, because also the first time it impressed me deeply. She knows what's in your heart. Wonderful the scene of the Queen coming home with roses and a happy smile. Love and hugs. Margherita  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Kacy, all the "moving" scenes were being played out before my eyes as if they were all caught on film. Vivid! Touching! ~ and a very emotional read. Happy birthday to your Mom! Sending you a warm hug, Linda  |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
I loved the queen for a day series and this poem brought back lots of memories. My mother was on "Make a Wish" she wished for shoes for the seven of us. Then when they came she was bitterly disappointed because they were very poor quality. But I was rememebring her happiness of the day when reading your poem not the sorrow of later. Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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themute Member
since 2006-05-08
Posts 469Maryland |
I preasently do not get along with my mother, and this made me remember how it used to be when I was her baby boy and she was the queen of my childish affection. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you for reading it again Margherita, and for your kind words. Linda, thanking you, for that reply. and Kethry? that's cool that she had a fun day, not so cool the quality was poor. Thanks for the story. My mom got a new washing machine, refrigerator, and stove. The Queen show was very popular in the 50's, the gifts were generous, though I hated seeing them pit one misery hard luck case against the other, when all of the ones on that stage should have/could have been helped a little bit. But ours was a large family of 6 struggling just to survive, and we 'won' over three or four others with smaller families or 'smaller' problems. They gave my mother a weekend paid vacation and paid my aunt Rose to babysit us, LOL, so said she scored OK too. ~sigh~ more than I intended to say... oh mute, if there is any way to converse pleasantly now, please do so |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah Kacy, I'm so sorry you never really got along with your Mom... but yanno? It's never to late. I remember that show in the 50's very very well!! Wishing your Mom a Happy Birthday. And hugs to you for sharing this. ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks Nancy, though since she died a few years ago, its too late to try to begin anew. |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
I'm glad your Mom got to have such a great day Kacy. What a thrill it must have been. And you know, while you might have regrets about not getting along, you know that she's proud, and watching over you now. You can never win or lose |
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picturegramic Member
since 2006-05-16
Posts 112 |
This was a bitter sweet read! Touching! picturegramic :) |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Tracey! wow, what a treat! Yes, it was great that she had that special golden day. She really was beaming. thanks for reading, picturegram, and yes, 'tis a bittersweet write |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
I am sure that from above she see's how fine her daughter is and is beaming with pride. Often, Kacy we wait until it's too late, but somehow I always get the feeling they know how we feel. Loved this sweetie. |
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