“For 9 months, your mother was all you knew.
Before I held you in my arms, your mother held you and never let you go.
Before I sacrificed time for you, your mother gladly sacrificed her body.
Before I consoled you when you were upset, your mother consoled you with just the beat of her heart.
Before I comforted you when you were restless, your mother comforted you with just the sound of her voice.
Before I could do anything for you, your mother gave everything for you.
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