Ode to my mother

If I was a poet, I would write a blog post that would rival those tear-producing Hallmark commercials.

If it was mother's day, I'd dedicate it to my mom. 

Negative on both counts, I'll just simply say this post is to say thank you to my mother. 

Thank you for giving me chores to do.

Thank you for teaching me how to use a bit of elbow grease.

Thank you for making me get a bit dirty once in a while. 

Thanks for teaching me the satisfaction of a job well done. 

Thanks most of all for giving me the gift of enjoyment in my own home. 

You're the best mom. 

The couch that came with the apartment.  I've cleaned the middle cushion. 

Amazing what a bit of soap and water can do.