Mother

Mother

I sit and think of you
And all of our yesterdays
Considering all the love and blessings
That you have brought my way.
I wish I could remember as a baby
All of the things you did for me
But I'm sure they reside in my heart
Safe for all eternity.
For the things you did for an infant
Helped to shape the child I became
The comfort and the love from you
And the loving way you spoke my name.
As I grew into adulthood
Your wisdom and values were instilled inside me
And when I sometimes got a bit off course
You were always there to guide me.
With such unconditional love
You loved me no matter what I did
And your love empowered me
From the time I was a kid
You are the reason for
The person I grew to be
And having you for my mother
Is the greatest blessing God gave me!
Thena Smith

Reflections
I have such reflections of the past
As I picture my Mother's face
And the tenderest of loving feelings
Felt in her warm embrace...
Reflections in the mirror?
Yes, I see her there
In the lines upon my forehead
And the graying in my hair.
I see her in the hand
Outstretched in front of me
Is that my hand I look at now
Or my mother's hand I see?
I hear my voice echo
Words I heard her say
And her phases become more prominent
I seem to use them every day.
I don't really mind it
That I look a bit like she did
For she was my hero
From the time I was a kid.
And I heard her once in passing
A similar story share
That when she looked into her mirror....
She saw HER mother there....
Thena

Dear Daughter/Son


When you feel a gentle tugging
Like someone is nudging
At your heart...

When you think you hear a whisper
But you can't quite make it out
And those around you don't whisper
They are more likely to shout...

When you are in a bit of trouble
And you need a helping hand
Or your legs are feeling wobbly
And it's difficult to stand...

Or if you are just plain lonely
And missing those at home
Just remember dearest son...
You will never be alone!

Just ask the Lord to tell me
If you need me to pray
I'll be listening for His voice
Be it dark of night or brightest day.

Just ask the Lord to lead me
If there's something that you need
And I'll be there in spirit
To pray and intercede.

And if others 'round you are fearful
Don't be put off by what they're saying
Just tell them "Don't be afraid...
I know my Mother's praying!"

Thena Smith

Lovely, just lovely!