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A Mother’s Day Tribute

Who is She?

Who is She?
That stood in the halls of the Gods
Whose voice rang out with courage 
To defend the Plan and the right 
To choose progression over oppression

Who is She?
Who was God’s culminating creation 
Remembered eternal truths 
And partook of the fruit
So that we might be

Who is She?
That spoke to an angel
Became a chosen vessel
And delivered Him in birth
So that He could deliver us all 

Who is She?
Who was a sinner
But recognized the Savior
And offered her tears and hair
To prepare Him for the cross

Who is She?
Who discovered the empty tomb
Heard the angels proclaim His triumph
Refused to leave without Him
And was the first to see Him 

Who is She?
Who was the first transcriber 
Gently peeled the tar and feathers
Lost so many children 
And gave her husband to Carthage 

Who is She?
Who loves despite betrayals
Forgives and heals wounds
Defends the voiceless and vulnerable 
And is the Keeper of all life

Who is She?
Whose hands take up the sword to battle
Yet are soft enough to cradle
Who gives body, mind, and soul
Yet in return asks for so little

Who is She?
Who carries the titles
Daughter
Mother
Queen

She is Woman

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