The Mother

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This is a story about a mother and son.

It all started when the son was born, but instead of happiness greeting the mother she was met with despair, as the father of the child walked out

Stricken with grief and pain and in financial ruin, the mother was lost

But five tiny fingers gripping her hand reignited the hope she once had

So she did the only thing she could and got a job, but one job became three

Sleep was foreign to her, the ache in her body had become like a close friend

Each year she pushed and fought, the pain being hidden by a stupid smile and false confidence

This act lasted until her son's graduation

Sitting in the stands she watched what the little baby that gripped her hand had become

As he bounced across the stage and ran down to hug her, all she could do in response to the warmth of his embrace, was cry, the only words leaving her mouth being "I am so proud of you" 

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