Dear Mother

Dear Mother
(A Mother's Day Song)

As I see you dear mother
your gentle eyes and smile
it makes heaven seem nearer
I'll bask just for awhile--

--chorus

For dear mother
each day is a gift from up above
heaven's closer,
his love nearer
when I feel of your love.

When I hear you dear mother
your tender voice divine
you bring comfort and sunshine
I'm glad that you're mine.

--chorus

For dear mother
each day is a gift from up above
heaven's closer,
his love nearer
when I feel of your love.

When you teach me, dear mother
of heaven up above
I see true faith and courage
you lead me with your love.

--chorus

For dear mother
each day is a gift from up above
heaven's closer,
his love nearer
when I feel of your love.

When you leave me, dear mother
how can my life go on?
For your presence and spirit
are what I lean upon.

--chorus (revised)

But dear mother
each day is a gift from above
Even in heaven
your love's nearer
and I will feel your love.
(5-10-09)

I composed the music and wrote these words as a tribute for my mother.