Sexy As a Mother

by Official 1SP

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I wonder if you live to mother,

Because you do it all so well;

I have never seen another,

That it makes so sexy as hell.

The way you medicate a scar,

And how you kiss each wound;

Making wishes on a flaring star

Under the heavens and moon.

You make mothering sexy,

Sexy as a mother.

You play more than one role,

Doctor, mother, father, friend;

Your child builds your soul,

Because it's a love without end.

You work all night long,

To see your child in the best;

They must make you strong,

If you don't strive for any less.

You make mothering sexy,

Sexy as a mother.

You never looked so sexy

Until I see you with your kid;

Reading, Writing,

Eating, Hiding…

You looked that sexy, Until

I see you with your child;

Dancing, Playing,

Chanting, Praying…

Sexy as you continue

To listen and talk with them,

Sexy as a father fled the venue,

I see that you really don't need him.

You make mothering sexy,

Sexy as a mother...?

Yes, you are.

The poem "Sexy as A Mother" by Official 1SP evaluates the multifaceted and "sexy" nature of single motherhood, praising the strength, resilience, and love of a mother who handles roles like doctor, father, and friend. The poem uses a direct and admiring tone, highlighting the mother's ability to provide for her child despite a father's absence and finding her sexiness in the active, caring role of raising her child, which is the poem's central theme.

Themes

Strength and resilience:

The poem emphasizes the mother's strength in handling multiple roles and working tirelessly for her child.

Love and sacrifice:

It portrays motherhood as a selfless act of love, focusing on the sacrifices and dedication involved.

Redefining "sexy":

The central theme redefines "sexy" not as a superficial quality, but as the deep, powerful, and capable persona of a mother raising her child.

Empowerment:

The poem concludes with a strong statement of empowerment, suggesting the mother does not need the absent father, showcasing her self-sufficiency.

Tone and style

Admiring and positive:

The poem adopts an admiring and admiring tone, directly praising the mother's actions and character.

Repetitive structure:

The repetition of the line "You make mothering sexy, Sexy as a mother" reinforces the central theme and acts as a recurring motif.

Simple language:

The poem uses straightforward language, making the message accessible and impactful.

Figurative language:

It employs metaphors like "medicate a scar" and "kiss each wound" to describe the mother's nurturing role in a unique way.