Soma Wimalasundera: A tribute to my Amma

As the month of August draws near  
My heart stings and my mind is confused  
 Oh but why this feeling of emptiness
And then it dawns on me….  
Amma lost her mother at six  
Life then on was never easy  
But she strove hard, to become  
The strong person we loved but feared  
Charming and beautiful  
Not seen unless impeccably dressed  
Amma never looked  
A day older than sixty  
Standing by Thatha in all his endeavors  
She was the guiding light in his life   
Whatever obstacles that came their way  
He turned to her for comfort and advice  
It is with great appreciation  
We remember you Amma  
 On this second anniversary  
And offer thanks to your exemplary life  

-Mano