A woman's story

The first time she cried, and filled the house with cheer
The first time she spoke in broken words for everyone to hear
the first time she won a prize at school to make her parents proud
'My daughter is my sunshine' exclaimed the father aloud

The first time she cooked half burnt vegetable curry
Her mother quickly retorted' its delicious my angel, dont worry'
Quietly she grew from a little doll to a woman sublime
Her parents started matchmaking coz they thought it was the perfect time

As her wedding bells rang, many sleepless nights were spent
The proceedings had to immaculate so that the daughter was graciously sent
As she became the wife, the lady of the house
She became totally devoted to the whims of her spouse

Eventually with motherhood she grew more kind
Her career took a backseat, as family was on her mind
From a darling daughter to a doting wife
To a caring mother and a granny alike
She exchanged many roles, played many parts
Her zest for life couldnt be surpassed

Today she lies on her deathbed, ceasing to live on
She will breathe her last in peace, for she knows her daughter will carry the legacy on.