I used to fall asleep With your heartbeat in the hall, You were softly singing dreams Like a shelter from it all. I grew up in your shadow Where the sunlight felt like home, Every worry in my chest You could quiet with your tone. I never understood How love could be so strong, But you held me through the darkness Like you knew where I belong. Oh Mum, you’re my forever, Even as I learn to grow. You gave me all the courage That I’m only now starting to know. You’re the voice inside my heart, When I’m scared to stand alone. We all call you “Mum,” But your name is Eleanor. You turned ordinary moments Into stories I still keep, You would stay beside my worries Till they finally fell asleep. You never asked for glory, Never needed to be seen, But you carried every burden Like a quiet, faithful queen. And I hope that I can give back Just a piece of what you gave, I’m the person I am now Because you taught me to be brave. Oh Mum, you’re my forever, Even as I learn to grow. You gave me all the courage That I’m only now starting to know. You’re the voice inside my heart, When I’m scared to stand alone. We all call you “Mum,” But your name is Eleanor. One day I’ll walk farther Than your hands can reach to hold, But your love will walk beside me Like a story you wrote in gold. Oh Mum, you’re my forever, And I’ll carry you in me, Every step, every season, In the woman I will be. You’re the strength behind my voice, You’re the reason I am more. We all call you “Mum,” But your name is Eleanor.