I hope one day I’ll be a mum
To carefree children playing in the sun.
I hope one day to see them grow
And race them down mountains in the morning snow.
I hope one day they’ll swim in the sea
And be truly happy at being with me.
I hope one day they’ll be content
And have no worries at paying their rent.
I hope each day to see them happy
This brood of mine, my laddies, my lassie.
Hopes that are simple yet mean the most
A quiet fulfilled life with no desire to boast.
These hopes arrived the day I found out
That being mum was what my future was all about.
These hopes bring purpose, a life worth leading
A reason for being, whether we’re grinning or screaming.
Dear children you’re my hope, now and forever
To gift you my love is my everlasting endeavour.
And then, one day, I hope you’ll say I did well,
With the happiest memories and stories to tell.