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A Soft Sweet Momma

The very first image I recall in my youth Was momma a-rockin' as her contentment oozed In spite of the hardships During the thirties starkness She always sang quietly remaining aloof

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 11/8/2017 2:40:00 PM
Awww this is so beautiful and sweet...
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/8/2017 2:55:00 PM
Never to be forgotten... sweetness in a rocking chair!!!
Date: 11/8/2017 8:22:00 AM
In her squeaky rocking chair//Momma combed young Jackie's (Kenny?) hair//sent him off to play//until his hair turned grey//he's still playing over there. ROCK ON JACQUESOIN!!!
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Lim'Rik Flats
Date: 11/8/2017 8:36:00 AM
Drinkin' coffee you is always the best part of my day amigo!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/8/2017 8:27:00 AM
The sweetest momma ever... I inherited her sweetness as is very apparent! HOW'S YOUR DAY SO FAR?
Date: 11/8/2017 7:04:00 AM
What a great memory of your mother, a soft and gentle memory that will be forever long lasting! I hope you keep that memory as long as you live so you can feel the peace of that moment! What a beautiful poem about this, Great Work my friend!!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/8/2017 7:24:00 AM
She was such a gentle sweetheart! A total loving momma!!!

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