a mother's heart

some day, my child, you"ll know
a mother's heart is made
of the sternest stuff you
can get hold of.
no setback, no failure
leaves a mark,
she can take
the harshest blows.
your affection may vary
you may weary of admonitions
rudeness may tempt you sometimes 
perhaps also rebellion 
on a mother's heart
these are like watermarks
that tears wash away 
and she is fresh as new 
the very next day 
to help you live your dreams.