Mother's Day is for me bittersweet as I lost my mother to lung cancer in February of 2014. My wounds are still raw and sore internally, as I continue thru the grieving process. Knowing that she is in heaven with my dad is such comfort to me and this poem I found tonight online was so touching to me. I wanted to share with others that might be grieving the loss of a loved one on the Mother's Day 2015 too.
A Mother’s Crown
as the Angels all looked down.
Today the Lord was placing the jewels
Into my mother’s crown.
as my darling mother looked on.
He said in His gentle voice,
‘I will now explain each one.’
and it’s for endurance alone,
for all the nights you waited up
for your children to come home.’
you stayed till the fever went down.
For nursing every little wound,
I add this ruby to your crown.’
for leading your child in the right way.
For teaching them the lessons,
That made them who they are today.’
through all life’s important events.
I give you a sapphire stone,
for the time and love you spent.’
when they grew up and left home.
I give you this one for courage.’
Then the Lord added a garnet stone.
‘For all the times you spent on your knees,
when you asked if I’d take care of your children,
and then for having faith in Me.’
that you made without them knowing.
For all the times you went without,
to keep them happy, healthy and growing.’
the greatest one of all,
for sharing unconditional love
whether they were big or small.’
Feeling safe and happy and proud
A love so strong and pure
It could shift the darkest cloud.’
He said, ‘Your crown is now complete,
You've earned your place in Heaven
With your children at your feet.’









