Mother

Mother
Written by Raymond Lee Peltier
Copyright 1975

You carried me for many months
Just beneath your heart;
In preparation for the life
Your newborn child would start.

You watched over me,
As I grew in twelve short years,
And during my trials and troubles
You bathed my path with tears.

You helped me to understand
With values I hold dear;
And taught me how to face my doubts,
And overcome my fears.

Our life was closely knit
And to each other tied,
By the bond of your wonderful love
That would never be denied.

Now you have gone to be with Jesus
The Christ whom we both love.
My heart constantly misses you
As you worship with Him up above.