⏳ #TBT Keepsakes

A mother is someone who will always be there, in times of trouble and times of despair. She will be your friend when you are alone, and stay by your side without a mumble or groan. She will give all she has and when she is through, she will reach in her heart and give her love too. She will try her best to raise you up right, and pass on her knowledge so you'll make it in life. She will teach you what is good and protect you from the bad, and when you fail to listen her heart will become sad. She will help you with problems by getting truly involved, for no problem is too great for a mother to solve. She will dry your eyes when you shed a few tears, and come to your rescue when you panic in fear. All these things and much more too, are why a mother's love is sincere and true. So, always be thankful to the Lord up above, for blessing you with a mother who loves.

This was written by me and given to mom on October 4, 1977. It was done on an electric typewriter she bought me from Sears when I started taking typing class in the 10th grade at high school. I found it among her things after she passed away and scanned it. The paper is fragile but it's still readible. In the photo, she is enjoying herself at a friend's house. I still love and miss you much mom.