Oh Mother

By Uzma Showkat

Hold me again tonight

Close to your bosom

And caress my head

With your gentle touch

Help me sleep, oh mother!

Tonight, take me back in time

Let's recall those tales again

Retell me the story of separation

Of what Gul did to her Snober

Help me sleep, oh mother!

Whisper in my ear, love!

That sound of a chirping bird

Make me laugh again

While my eyes are closed

Help me sleep, oh mother!

Let me live again

The moment for one last time

Before the darkness takes me

Far from your sight

Hug me enough before I leave

Help me sleep, oh mother!

By Uzma Showkat