A Tribute to Mothers

In honor of Mother's Day, The Professor has written a poem in tribute to the mothers in his life, as well as to each mother who has given so much to her family.

More than Flowers for Mums

On this day for our mothers

I search the green mountain side

not for wildflowers blooming,

but for words that abide

For daisies and marigolds

make a fine show, then fade

but a bouquet of true verses,

on the heart can be laid

For my dear mother, Janice,

my loving caregiver from birth,

you are bright, bold, beautiful,

the mom I cherish, of infinite worth

You showed me compassion and faith,

you nurtured me with skill and great love.

You taught me goodness and kindness,

and the grace of the Lord Jesus above.

For my beloved wife, Tami,

my best friend and eternal flame,

you are great, godly and gorgeous.

Wife of excellence is your name.

You are thoughtful and sacrificial

your virtue towers in plain sight

you give so much to your children and husband,

our home shines bright with your sweet light.

For my supportive stepmother, Billie,

who graced our family later in life,

you are lovely and so hospitable

and to my dad, a faithful wife

You share stories and cook goodies

we have laughs and talks with weight.

Your generosity is always noted

we're joined by God and not by fate.

For my charming mother-in-law, Nita

the red-headed granny of my daughters and son

you are good, giving, and hysterical,

a woman of honor, a barrel of fun

You are a hard worker, a good listener,

a loyal and decent matriarch

I've watched you serve with true devotion,

like few others, in days light and dark.

And now for all the "mothers" in my life,

who have gone on to be with God,

I thank Him deeply for you, too,

for your presence on the paths we've trod.

For Grammy - oh my sensational Grammy!

How I've loved you since I was a boy

Your faithful life is an inspiration,

our vast time together, a spring of joy.

For Grandma Buckles - most dignified lady!

I am so grateful for our time

you showed me grit, principal and wisdom,

your steady mind and hand were sublime.

For Great Aunt Lois - dear quick-witted auntie,

how I miss the many fun times we would share,

your generosity has impacted our lives immensely,

your Godly example is a treasure quite rare.

For Great Grandmother Pearl - sweet-natured servant

you were a precious, playful friend.

Your love was unconditional and constant

and your loyalty knew no end.

Other "Mothers" too I hold within my heart,

like Great Grandma Davis, funny and spunky

and Great Aunt Alice, creative and smart.

To all of you fine women,

the Mothers and their type,

I give you thanks and many cheers

you merit all the hype.

Happy Mother's Day. You're terrific!

You're awesome! You're the best!

With all your love, your prayers and your labor

our lives you've greatly blessed.

Johnny Buckles

May 6, 2016

Mothers, may you have JOY in knowing you are loved!

Tami