In the depths of my memory
you shall forever live
sweet mother of mine.
How could I forget
the love that you gave 
and the lessons you taught?

I've no more tears to shed
no blood in my heart to bleed.
You've gone your way
leaving the ones who cared
agonized,desolate and distraught.

Toleration was your forte
forgiveness your strength.
Your caring words and tender touch
were always there whenever I yelled
played havoc or fought

I know you're up there somewhere
looking down on me.
Showering your blessings from above.
And that's what's kept me going
in this stressed out life so short.

Chuck Shorter