around my neck,
I think of the hands that so lovingly chose it for me.
Le mani that spent so many hours
carefully preparing delicious things for us to eat.
Le mani that worked cross stitch next to mine
on cold winter nights.
Le mani that cared for me when I was sick
and comforted me when I was down.
Le mani that serve selflessly
without asking recognition.
Le mani that work tirelessly to
create beautiful things for others.
Le mani that fold daily in prayer for everyone
but herself.
Le mani that belong to
La mia Mamma Italiana
Rina Spina
Amanda Pierce
5/6/07
