Ayesha Sharan

My Hero

The love I have for you
no one can explain.
Your calming warmful touch
makes my pain go away.
I remember your streaky brown hair swaying in the wind
while you held my little hands on the streets.
Swinging me so high with loud laughter
As we watch the birds fly across the sky.
The rainy days when I was sick
and your love made me feel stronger
As strong as a tree stem.
And when I couldn’t do my hair
you tied it together for me.
You always told me you’d be here.
………………. 11 years later
My heart shattered into pieces
as I witnessed your death in front of my eyes.
My world was torn apart
and I couldn’t find myself anymore.
The young lady that I am today is all because of you.
The lady who raised my mother.