For You Mom, On Mother's Day

Mom, I don't know where to begin;
How do I tell you these things?
How can I make you realize;
How much love this message brings?

I owe so very much to you;
You've instilled all good in me.
It's always been out in the open;
Where everyone could see.

You taught me how to be kind to all;
And to give of myself to others.
And that friends can mean so very much;
To love all my sisters and brothers.

You taught me how to be so strong;
You showed me every day.
I saw all the strength and love in you;
You showed it in every way.

All the love that's in my heart;
And all the good I ever do;
Is all because of you, my Mom;
I owe it all to you!

© Betty Hawkins 2004
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