Sunday, May 8, 2011

My Mother's Prayers

                                         
                                         My mother prayed for me
                                         and I felt every prayer
                                         with a humble, loving heart
                                         she placed me in God's care

                                         She never ask for riches
                                         or material things and such
                                         to her those kind of things
                                         never did matter much

                                        She only ask for prosperity
                                        and happiness without end
                                        peace for my very soul
                                        and love as my true friend

                                        She ask God to walk with me
                                        and stay close by my side
                                        and shelter me from life's storms
                                        his presence always abide

                                        She prayed so earnestly
                                        as only a mother can do
                                        with a mother's faithful heart
                                        in the only way that she knew

                                       Even when her life was at end
                                       before her final breath
                                       she ask God to comfort me
                                       then closed her eyes in death

                                       Susie Swanson

                                      I post this today with sadness and tears.
                                      Happy Mother's Day everyone.

19 comments:

  1. I was also with my Mother when she passed...there was the most beautiful sunset that evening, which I hold fast too. Heartfelt words Susie...they live on in our hearts.

    ˙·٠•●♥ Hɑppɣ Møtɦɛяṡ Daɣ ♥●•٠·˙

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  2. I too was with my mother when she passed away, little did I know 2 months later I would be saying good bye to my husband, My mother was widowed at 36trs old and always taught me material things did not matter in life,
    Your poem is a lovely tribute to your mother
    and it brought a few tears . Thank you for sharing.
    Yvonne.

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  3. Thank you Helena, I know what you mean. There was a big frost that morning with fog and it had frozen in the air. A beautiful winter wonderland just for mama. Susie


    Thank you Yvonne. I know my mother always said not to worry about material things and be grateful for the things we were given... Susie

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  4. I'm pleased to find your blog, Susie, and enjoying reading your lovely poetry!

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  5. Thank you Connie for the beautiful comments and I'm glad you found me too. It lead me to you and I'm so happy. Your poetry is beautiful and I will visit often... Susie

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  6. This is so touching Susie !!
    Tears are flowing !!
    JL&B

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  7. Thank you JL, It was a hard and emotional one to write. Glad you enjoyed it... Susie

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  8. Susie what a honor an tribute to your Mother. Im sure she is smiling down upon you and God is sending you His love to hold and keep you.
    How beautiful that poem it is.
    Happy Mother's Day
    Blessings

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  9. Thank you Beth, Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day also.. Thank you for the comments and stopping in... Susie

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  10. Susie, I don't know how to even begin to express how completely beautiful and meaningful your poem is to me. It felt like you walked into my heart and saw all the feelings I have for my own mother and put them on paper. It is so pure and true! Thank you for sharing it with us all. Delisa

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  11. Thank you Delisa. I appreciate every word. You always have such beautiful words to say and I cherish the comments from everyone. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the visit ... Susie

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  12. Happy Mother's Day, Susie. What a wonderful tribute to your mother. Mother's are priceless!

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  13. Thank you Janet and Happy Mother's Day to you. Susie

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  14. What a beautiful verse honoring your mother. It is obvious she was such a loving presence in your life, I hope she's smiling at your words.

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  15. Thank you so much Joanne, I think she is... Susie

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  16. So true, Late but Happy Mother's day Susie. I also had a day off with my mother. Its lovely to be in her arms. :)

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  17. Fabulous poem and very touching too.

    Mothers are guardian angels sent to us by God to love and protect us without expecting anything in return. The sacrifices which a mother makes for her children is extraordinary.

    Best wishes,
    Joseph

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  18. Susie,
    What a touching poem. It's a beautiful poem about your mom. I loved it.

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  19. Thank you Monika for the Mother's day wishes and the same to you and your mother.

    @Joseph, thank you so much for your beautiful words and for stopping by. Best wishes to you..Susie

    Thank you also Brenda for your nice words, so glad you enjoyed it. Happy Belated Mother's Day to you and your mother...Susie

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