Ode to the Little Ol Lady
Content Note: Affectionate tribute to motherhood.
A mother’s work is never done—
it comes with heartache, pain, joy, and fun.
But if your mum is much like mine,
she’ll keep on loving, till the end of time.
She’ll teach you wisdom and wild schemes,
yet prop you up to reach your dreams.
She’ll tell stink jokes and swear they’re funny,
and help you out when you need money.
She’ll pick and choose which child is best,
then change her mind—at their behest.
She won’t take sides, but back you up,
staunch and right when life’s unstuck.
So Kathryn Dawn, with much, much love,
I hear your yodel true,
But all I have is this ode of ours,
For the little ol’ lady who.
