A Mother's Creed

I am a mother.

I link humanity’s past to its future.

My moment in history is today.

As a precious pearl in the strand of time,

I add love and light and luster to the timeless

Thread of life that fastens me to generations past.

My task is both common and noble.

I share it with peasants and queens.

I will not belittle my part,

For I have a title role in the play of life.

My words and deeds, though small, will one day

Eclipse those of governments and kingdoms.

My achievement will endure

When even time is a memory,

For I am a mother . . .

I link humanity’s past to its future.