Mother In Law

My mother in law has died and was buried today. Although apart from her son this past ten years, she and I continued to maintain our loving relationship. Never judgmental and kind to her core, we shared many happy outings in her final years. Christmas concerts, cinema dates and butterfly gardens. Her son and I had not spoken since our acrimonious split. But this summer, she talked of my joining their Xmas table. I said I would, knowing in my heart she could not last until then. Sleepless last night, she came to me unknowing, in spirit. How else can I explain the change in my heart? Before the service, I sympathised, forgave and asked for forgiveness. In the presence of our eldest child, he and I embraced once again. Her love inspiring me from the afterlife to forgive at last. Renewed in faith for a hopeful future, I am free of past hurts. Her parting gift to me. 23/10/2019 For contest Writing Challenge 2, November - A Poem Meaningful Sponsor, Dear Heart - Wisshkobi Ode