Saturday, May 10, 2014

A Cup of Tea--By Christine Tate--United States

A Cup of Tea

Growing up mom was there
to spend time with me...
I talked, she listened
over a hot cup of tea.

When I became a newlywed
and visited for the day,
we'd sat around the table,
drink some tea, and pray.

Soon I became a mother
and mom knew instantly,
I needed to relax as
she prepared a cup of tea.

When mom was old and frail
and came to live with me,
I was the one preparing
a soothing cup of tea.

I'll never forget those years
and the great memories,
sharing with my mom
over a simple cup of tea.

My precious mom went home to be with the Lord on 7/21/11, but the
memories we shared are forever etched on my heart.


Christine Tate lives in New Jersey. She is the mother of three married sons and has eight grandchildren. She started writing inspirational poetry in 1994, and is blessed to encourage others and honor the Lord. She was widowed in 2007 and met her new husband Artie, a widower, in the nursing facility where their late mothers resided. They've been happily married for 2 1/2 years. Since neither of them ever expected to marry again, they consider it a "divine appt."

16 comments:

  1. Dear Christine,

    It sounds like you and your Mom had a wonderful relationship. Those tea-time talks brought you closer together and I can feel your love for her in your beautifully written poem. My Mom has been gone for 30 years now, but we did have a lot of similar talks, mostly when we went walking. She didn't drive, so we walked everywhere. In her honor, I have begonias planted in my front yard. Those were her favorites. I know you'll be missing your mother tomorrow (Mothers' Day), but these memories will be with you the rest of your life. Cherish them, dear.
    Love and blessings,
    Carolyn

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    1. Hi Carolyn...Thank you for taking the time to comment on my poem. Yes, my memories are with me forever. I believe mom & I shall meet again one day in heaven. I do miss her, but I'm grateful she lived a long, fruitful life...God bless you, Love, Chris

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  2. Christine, thanks for sharing such a touching memory and it is so wonderful read of such a holy and intimate relationship. I realize the poem focuses around the sharing of tea and yet, how it embraces the poignancy of family is beautiful. Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net

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    1. Thank you so much Sheri for your lovely comments. Yes, my relationship with mom was very special. I was truly blessed to have such a caring, loving mother. I cherish many wonderful memories. ~Chris

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  3. A great poem about important people in our lives- our mothers, our parents. Thanks for sharing with us those great memories.

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    1. Thank you for taking the time to comment on my poem Ndaba. It was a joy to share precious memories of my mother. Life is so brief!

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  4. Thank you, Jack Horne, for the following comment--

    lovely tribute to your late mother. Over here, a chat over a cuppa is a way of life

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    1. Thank you Jack for your kind words. Yes, tea is indeed a way of life in your corner of the world.

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  5. Christine, your are so lucky to have such beautiful
    memories of the time you shared with your Mom
    my Mom passed when I was very young and often wish I could have shared some special moments.
    Thank you for sharing with us. Mary

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    1. Thank you Mary for your comments. Yes, I was blessed to have my mother around for such a long time. It must have been very sad to lose your mother at such a young age...Chris~

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    2. So sorry to learn about you Mom. You clearly loved her very dearly. as an Englishman, tea is the essential drink. It seems to sooth and refresh. A great write. well done. think I'll put the kettle in for a brew ahhhh. best wishes. Pete.

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  6. Hi Christine. I have been moved by your poem. Such fond memories it seems you have. Those memories in your poem have sparked memories that are kept alive in my heart and mind as well. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Continued blessings!

    -Maurice J. Reynolds, Owner / Editor
    TGBTG! Publications / Creative Inspirations
    www.tgbtgpublictions.com

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  7. Christine, This is a wonderful tribute. A lot can flow over a cup of tea. Much love
    ranu

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    1. Thank Ranu for your lovely comment. Yes, there were many moments shared with my mom over a cup of tea. Thanks for taking the time to read my poem. Love to you, Chris~

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  8. What a beautiful memory you have of your dear mother Christine, I can feel the love that has evolved over the years. it is captured forever in your heart. Your wonderful poem reminded me of my dear mum, whom I also have loving memories of. Thank you for your gifted words. Blessings always, Leokadia

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    1. Thank you Anielica for your kind words and for taking the time to read my peom. l cherish those special times I shared with my mom. Blessings to you, Chris~

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