Poems & Selections

You Toiled So Hard

You toiled so hard for those you loved.
You said goodbye to none,
your spirit flew before we knew,
your work on earth was done.
We miss you now, our hearts are sore,
as time goes by we miss you more.
Your loving smile, your gentle face:
no one can fill your vacant place.
Your life was love and labor.
Your love for your family true.
You did the best for all of us.
We will always remember you.

Just as the river Niger flows Through the ages, so does a Mother’s love Just as Noah’s Ark provided safe harbor from the tempest, So does a Mother’s prayers. And just as a physician’s hands can heal the body So can a Mother’s touch heal the spirit Your love is a constant in my life […]
By Carolyn Ferreira I see your teardrops falling I hear you cry my name I know you can not see me but I hold you just the sameI watch as you lie abed as restless as can be I hear your whispered words as you pray for dreams of meevery day for you is painful […]
May God give you… For every storm, a rainbow, For every tear, a smile, For every care, a promise, And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life sends, A faithful friend to share, For every sigh, a sweet song, And an answer for each prayer.
May you live long, Die happy, And rate a mansion in heaven.