These Hands



These hands belonged 
to the Mother of 6 children

These hands changed
hundreds (seemed like thousands)
of diapers

These hands fed, dressed
and disciplined 

These hands crafted
knitting, crocheting and painting

These hands cooked 
thousands (seemed like millions)
of meals

These hands clapped
and cheered her 
children and grandchildren

These hands wiped
bottoms and tears
away

These hands provided
first aid and rubbed 
the backs of sick children

These hands prayed
and taught others to pray

These hands held
the hands of those she loved

These hands started 
life as baby hands

These hands ended 
life as a Mom 
and a wife
and a Grandma

These hands move no more

These hands lie still
in the grave

These hands hold others
no more

These hands and the woman
they belonged to 
are held
in my heart