If Mom became an angel

If Mom became an angel, it wouldn't surprise me one bit.
I know that she's very popular in Heaven, she's a big hit.
It's always painful when a loved one dies.
I know that as the tears well up in my eyes.

Even when I try, the pain is something I can't ignore.
It's so sad because I can't be with her anymore.
We loved each other and were bonded by strong family ties.
If God turned Mom into an angel, it wouldn't be a surprise.

[Dedicated to Agnes Johnson (1948-2013) who passed away on March 6, 2013.]