Gratitude Day

This is now my fourth Mother's day without you You're not with me, but both alive and well So for that I am so very lucky I'm sad, but I am aware it could be worse A friend of mine's teen daughter Went missing April of last year She has not since been found My heart truly breaks for her She text me happy mother's day today She knows I suffered my own loss So we shared a mutual silent sadness When I said happy mothers day back But it reminded me to be thankful Because I at least know you're both safe I know you're needs are being met And that I don't have to fear daily for you I am grateful that even if not this one Or even the one in the next year or two That I have the chance to have one again Once you're both 18, if you so choose. Emphasize the IF, but for me, I still have hope. I love you V, and I hope you reunite with your daughter someday soon ❤️.