Mom, ther would be no me, if not for you.

Your affection, your sacrifices, your guidance,

have made me who I am.

You showed me the path,

to succeed, to endure, to persevere.

Without you, there would be an emptiness

I could never fill, no matter how I try.

Because of you,

I have joy, serenity, bliss, and peace

Thank you, mom.

I have always loved you,

as i have always.

Poem by Darren Woo (21) 2E3