'JUST BECAUSE'

I thought of the many years
As I looked at mom and dad
Of love and joy, a few tears
And the special times we had.

But in my heart just then-
A reminder to warrant a pause
Asking, "How long has it been
That I hugged them 'Just Because' "?

Was it only when giving to me
At a birthday or special season?
I cannot remember you see
How many were hugs for no reason.

As I look upon mom and dad now
At faces with creases and lines
I know I've forgotten, somehow
To hug them for 'nothing' at times.

I've decided to see them today
To give what's long over-due
I'll hug them e're tightly and say
"This is 'Just Because' I love you."

"I'm not here for money to borrow
Or favors to ask, as before
This hug couldn't wait 'til tomorrow,

'Just Because'.........

"May I hug you both once more ?"

Author / Poem Written By:
Tammy Boatman- Young 2001

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