I missed my mother today

I missed my mother today
I wanted to know what she thought
Does this suit me Mum?
The colour?
What about the length?
What about how the seams lay?

I missed my mother today
she would know and
she would care
not flatter.
She would know exactly
what to say.

I missed my mother today
there are some moments
when only she will do
one’s reflection
distorted , yet familiar
In every way.