She was always there when we needed  her
No matter the time of the day
She had the world's sweetest smile and  hug
To make our tears go away
 
She tucked us in a nice warm bed
And kissed us all good night
And all of us knew she loved us
And prayed we would be alright
 
She cooked us meals fit for a king
Three good square meals a day
Good country cooking at it's best
For that was just Mother's way
 
She made us wash behind our ears
And made sure our clothes were  clean
I don't recall one single time
When she ever did anything mean
 
When we acted up as all kids do
She kept a hickory switch near
And it hurt her more than it did us
She would always shed  a tear
 
When we would sometimes fuss and fight
She would make us hug and kiss one another
And a spanking was better to receive
Than having to kiss your sister or brother
 
So many fond memories I still have
Of that sweet, dear Mother of mine
But I know she is there with Jesus now
And everything with her is fine
 
We look forward to seeing her again
Sometimes in the by and by
We will be with our sweet Mother then
And we will never again say goodbye
 
Mother I know you knew that we loved you
And we now how much we were blessed
When God chose you to be our Mother
He chose the very best

Jack,Maye,Faye,Joan,Jane,Jerry,Ann,Dave and Ruthie
(Hug Daddy and Sis and Bob for us)
We know they are up there with you.

©Jack Young
May 6, 2008
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