Unbreakable!

For all the things I didn't say,

About how I felt along the way--

For the love you gave and the work you have done,

Here's the appreciation from your stubborn daughter.

You cared for me as a little tot,

When all I did was cry a lot.

And as I grew--

I ran and fell got black and blue...

You had to become a cop,

To worry about mistakes I'd make;

You kept me in line for my own sake.

I got older, and the story repeated;

You were always there whenever I needed.

You guided me and wished me the best.

I became wiser and knew I was blessed.

So for all the times I did not say,

The love I felt for you each day,

Umi & Mama, read this so you can always see--

Just how much you mean to me.

I wonder if I have ever thanked you for the simplest things--

The laughter, smiles, and quiet times we shared?

If I have forgotten to express my gratitude,

For all those things you have done for me, I thank you--

And hoping that you have known all along.

How very much you are loved and appreciated.

Umi & Mama,

Thank you for everything!

Love,

Lilly Ishak