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written 7/30/23 To the tune of "Mamas, Don't Let Your Babies Grow UP To Be Cowboys."

Children Don'T Let Your Mamas Grow Old and Be Lonely

CHORUS:
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Don't let them get sick with no one to care,
Call them and visit, spend time, be aware.
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Cause she gave you the best years to raise you 'til grown,
Don't leave her feeling unloved and alone.

A mama's not perfect but she loves with all of her heart.
She teaches and nurtures, praying right from the start.
Now that you're grown don't forget all about her.
Listen to what she has to say,
Keep in touch and include her, don't leave her out,
Feeling loved will sure make her day.

CHORUS;
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Don't let them get sick with no one to care,
Call them and visit, spend time, be aware.
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Cause she gave you the best years to raise you 'til grown,
Don't leave her feeling unloved and alone.

There'll come a time when your mama must leave this earth,
It is then that you'll realize just how much she is worth.
I hope you don't wait 'til then to appreciate her.
Embrace her now, show her your love,
Forgive and forget any perceived transgressions,
Before she is taken above.

CHORUS:
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Don't le them get sick with no one to care, 
Call them and visit, spend time, be aware.
Children, don't let your mamas grow old and be lonely,
Cause she gave you the best years to raise you 'til grown,
Don't leave her feeling unloved and alone.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Fisher Avatar
August 4, 2023 at 5:36 PM
How creative, and your poem flows off the tongue. Such a good message, a good anthem like was said below.
Merryman Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 7:32 PM
Thank you, David!
Tor Avatar
August 2, 2023 at 11:32 AM
I love this Kim such wonderful words and thoughts in this one. Mothers are special. Thanks for posting and God bless you...
Merryman Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 7:31 PM
Thank you, so much, Michael!
Edmonds  Avatar
August 2, 2023 at 9:35 AM
That is beautiful Kim, I was there for my mother till the very end, she knew on me she could depend… Belle
Merryman Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 7:31 PM
It was the same with my mom. Unfortunately I have friends who don't have the loving support of their children. Thank you for commenting, Belle!
M  Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 11:09 PM
Wonderfully stated and written Kim! So sad when that happens l like you are fortunate but some are not so fortunate! A lovely heartfelt poem….Debx
Merryman Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 7:30 PM
Thank you, Deb!
George Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 10:20 PM
Beautiful advice to children, so touching and heartfelt. These days children retire to a world of their own, leaving the aged parents behind. They need to be convinced that they are loved and cared. Beautiful poem dear Kim.
Merryman Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 7:29 PM
Exactly! That's what inspired me to write it. Thank you for commenting, Valsa!
Daniel Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 2:35 AM
A touching song with some heartfelt advice, Kim, and oh, how true!!
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:31 PM
Thank you, Jo!
Brotherton Avatar
July 31, 2023 at 4:55 AM
This should be every parent and grandparent's theme song.
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:31 PM
Thank you, Jerry! My two sons are good at keeping in touch and keeping us informed but I have friends whose kids act like their mom's don't even exist. It's just sad!
Situation Avatar
July 30, 2023 at 4:07 PM
TRying to sing it. I look at it as more of advice . But I see the verses and request. And believe me; I go.
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:29 PM
Thank you for stopping to read and comment! I appreciate it.
Goldsmith Avatar
July 30, 2023 at 12:06 PM
A creative/wonderful ~ Lyric write. I enjoyed it. Have a great day/week.............
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:28 PM
Thank you, Paula!
Andresen Avatar
July 30, 2023 at 11:53 AM
- A beautiful and sensitive poem, Kim...a really touching song ... love the chorus :) - hugs
Merryman Avatar
August 1, 2023 at 7:28 PM
Thank you, Anne-Lise!
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