My Wife and
My Daughter-in-Law
You are all Magnificent Mothers!
The Magnificent Mother
It was my mother
Who brought me into the world
Who cared for me and protected me
Who repaired the scrapes and bruises
even those unseen
It was my mother
Who taught me right from wrong
Who prayed me through my perilous youth
Who had faith God would use me
even when it seemed there was nothing to use
It was my mother
Who laughed at unfunny riddles and jokes
Who always loved and never hesitated to say so
Who knew I could accomplish anything
and gave me willingly to God’s perfect plan
It was my mother
Who guided me when life’s path divided
Who lived great faith and faithfulness
Who influenced my life
And everyone I touch
wrote the following song as a gift to her mother.
wonderful tribute to her mother
and all loving mothers.
Momma’s Song
By Paula-Beth Toller
I remember the days of pig tails and curls,
of Barbies and Cabbage Patch Kids.
Bein’ tucked in at night by the sweet lullabies
as my mother would sing me to sleep.
Those times may be no more,
but one thing is for sure -
You kissed the scrapes,
wiped the tears,
through all the years,
never asked for a thing in return.
You showed me love,
gave me hope,
that one day I would grow
into the woman you knew I could be,
and that’s why you mean everything to me.
Lookin’ back on the years of my childhood days
I remember one thing more than the rest;
How the faith that you showed
and that love that you gave
led me closer to my Jesus each day.
It may have been long ago,
but I remember it more than you know.
‘Cause you kissed the scrapes,
wiped the tears,
through all the years,
never asked for a thing in return.
You showed me love,
gave me hope,
that one day I would grow
into a woman you’d be proud to see,
and that’s why you mean everything to me.
And now I can see that everything I am now
is because of all you’ve been to me.
‘Cause you kissed the scrapes,
wiped the tears,
through all the years,
never asked for a thing in return.
You showed me love,
gave me hope,
that one day I would grow
into the woman you knew I could be,
and that’s why you mean everything to me.
Yes, that’s why you mean everything to me.
My momma’ you mean everything to me.
Momma’s Song ©2006 Paula-Beth Toller
Used by Permission
I read the following scripture at my
Mother-in-Law’s funeral.
(Cleta died in August, 2001.)
It truly described her spirit and
her love for her family.
Proverbs 31:10-31 (MSG)
A good woman is hard to find,
and worth far more than diamonds.
Her husband trusts her without reserve,
and never has reason to regret it.
Never spiteful, she treats him generously
all her life long.
She shops around for the best yarns and cottons,
and enjoys knitting and sewing.
She’s like a trading ship that sails to faraway places
and brings back exotic surprises.
She’s up before dawn, preparing breakfast
for her family and organizing her day.
She looks over a field and buys it,
then, with money she’s put aside, plants a garden.
First thing in the morning, she dresses for work,
rolls up her sleeves, eager to get started.
She senses the worth of her work,
is in no hurry to call it quits for the day.
She’s skilled in the crafts of home and hearth,
diligent in homemaking.
She’s quick to assist anyone in need,
reaches out to help the poor.
She doesn’t worry about her family when it snows;
their winter clothes are all mended and
ready to wear.
She makes her own clothing,
and dresses in colorful linens and silks.
Her husband is greatly respected
when he deliberates with the city fathers.
She designs gowns and sells them,
brings the sweaters she knits to the dress shops.
Her clothes are well-made and elegant,
and she always faces tomorrow with a smile.
When she speaks she has something
worthwhile to say,
and she always says it kindly.
She keeps an eye on everyone in her household,
and keeps them all busy and productive.
Her children respect and bless her;
her husband joins in with words of praise:
“Many women have done wonderful things,
but you’ve outclassed them all!”
Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades.
The woman to be admired and praised
is the woman who lives in the Fear-of-GOD.
Give her everything she deserves!
Festoon her life with praises!
Your Story
What about your mother?
Unfortunately, not every mother is
kind and loving.
But I think most mothers are and
I believe, although it comes naturally for most,
it also comes as a result of great
sacrifice and selflessness.
Again, in my life,
I have been doubly blessed:
I had a wonderful relationship
with a loving mother and
a wonderful friendship
with a remarkable mother-in-law
Both have been loving mothers,
wives and servants of Christ.
What was your mother’s history?
What made her who she was?
How did she influence your life?
