Mam

I said

‘what magic is that

you weave into your words

what passions pushes those thoughts

what actions what expressions

what voice what tone

what message

whither you take us

what sights you show

what colors of life

what hope what rainbows.’

‘Last time a balloon spoke

and said it well

of how we are

of how much more we can be

madam story teller

kid and grownup alike

we love it when you speak

go on give wings to your thoughts

and sails to our dreams

together we shall proceed

to a better tomorrow

worthy of greater stories

for you to tell

for generations to remember.