Steel & Soul- Edward & Alphonse (For Mom)

This one’s for you, Mom…

No alchemy could ever bring you back,

But your love forged the strongest bond we ever had.

I remember the warmth, the smile on your face,

Even when times were tough, you held down the place.

You taught me strength ain’t just fists or flame,

It’s the courage to cry, to fight through pain.

I chased the truth, lost parts of me,

But your memory's the light that still guides Al and me.

I broke the law, tried to rewrite fate,

But all I wanted was one more moment at your gate.

Through storms and scars, I wear your name,

Your voice in my mind when I shoulder blame.

You never needed transmutation or charms,

Your magic lived in your open arms.

Even in armor, I feel your touch,

Your lullabies linger—soft and such.

You told us to learn, to think and grow,

To be kind in a world that can strike so low.

Every inch of metal, every bit of flame,

Can’t replace your hug or whisper my name.

I miss the smell of stew, the garden breeze,

The way you knelt down, wiped dirt from my knees.

You said knowledge was power, but love was key,

That’s why your spirit walks with Ed and me.

Though I’ve no body to cry or sleep,

My soul holds your memory buried deep.

We gave so much to chase what’s gone,

But you never truly left—we carry you on.

In every fight, every step we take,

Your love’s the bond that we’ll never break.

The Philosopher’s Stone? It could never compare

To the lessons you gave with a simple stare.

You taught us faith, to stand up tall,

Even when we lost it all.

Happy Mother’s Day, from your boys in steel,

No spell could express the way we feel.

You raised us brave, you raised us wise,

You’re the reason we still reach for the skies.

So here’s our truth, from hearts set free,

You’re our foundation—our alchemy.

For Trisha Elric—with love that’s true,

This journey we walk… is always with you.