She is so exquisite Even without make-up on her face She is exceptional Even if she lets others seem important She is selfless Even when the selfish surround her She offers a lot of love Even so, she needs it often She has a big heart Even though she appears small She lets others belong But she longs to be appreciated
She adds value Despite her own worth being undermined She is attentive Nonetheless, no one pays attention to her needs She is patient No matter how long it takes she waits She is giving While no one could be willing to give She is forgiving Much as the worst was done against her She is trusting Albeit her trust was broken countless times
She is wise In spite of being treated otherwise by some She works hard Notwithstanding that she requires rest She is helpful Yet, there is none to lend her a hand She makes life seem easy While going through difficult times herself She stands by others Although there is no one to stand by her She chooses to be peaceful Against being somehow provoked
She is calm Undeterred by what is not She is bold In defiance of tough battles ahead She shows bravery Still in the presence of adversity She is fearless Though she may seem helpless She is spirited Contrary to attempts to bring her down She is never destroyed Irrespective of storms she faces sometimes
She keeps moving forward Granting the hindrances along the way She stands in the gap And make things happen She does not look down on others Regardless of some doing so to her She recognizes those who shielded her on rainy days Whenever the sun shines upon her She keeps on running her race Because she knows for her, grace is abundant She puts a smile on, always Since prayer keeps her in the right place
She is an inspiration A pioneer of transformation Cheerleader for economic revolution How the world adores such A remarkable woman!
From My Mother's Classroom: A Badge of Honour for a Remarkable Woman