Story of the Week
May 18, 1998
This story was written by Angela Weisz, from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Angela is a mother of two who is trying to fight and overcome an addiction to prescription drugs. With the help of the literacy program, she has gained self-esteem, hope for the future, and best of all, education.
A Mother's Cry
by Angie Weicz
Even though I love my kids
I don't know how to love me
Going down this hard road
I wish people could really see
I think I tried as hard as I could
And tried to walk toward the light
But all there is is darkness
Nothing that's very bright
As my hands tremble
And my heart will fastly beat
All I see that I would be leaving
Are my two babies who are so sweet
So Lord give me the guidance
And please show me the way
For two children who really need
Their mommy home to stay
And as the thunder roars
And things start to go black
I know you're there beside me Lord
With your hands upon my back
[This poem was taken with permission, from The Manitoba Literacy Star, Fall 1996, produced by the Stevenson-Brittania Literacy Program, Winnipeg, Manitoba.]
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