I am Mommy I am a teacher I am a baker I am a first responder and triage nurse I am a driver and a cleaner and a tutor I am tired I am hungry I miss hot suppers and long naps I am paid less then minimum wage but am richer then those who make a million I am sore I am a dental assistant I am a restaurant operator I am a repair man I am full of hope and love I am empty of hate and ill will I am a stylist to the little people I am a hairstylist to the crying girls I am thankful I am at peace I am a financial advisor I am a planner and a doer I get up early and stay up late I do homework I'll never get marks for I help with projects I'll never get credit for I am a counsellor I am a coach I am a friend and a jailer I am underqualified and overworked This is the best think I can do with my life This is where I belong This is what I am meant to do I am Mommy