Mother's Glue

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When I was just a little boy, my mother said to me
"Since birth I've filled your heart with love, to give away for free
So be a cheerful giver and it always will come back
Just spread it everywhere you go and love you'll never lack"

It made me kind to everyone, I always wore a smile
Never met a stranger and I'd go that extra mile
There always were so many friends, that liked to hang around
Until one day I met a girl, who stole it and left town

That first heartbreak, oh how I cried, felt all my love was gone
Found out my pride, now hurt inside, for being strung along
Angered by rejection, to this day still have the scar
Right when I thought my life would end, a whispered, "There you are"

I hung my head to hide my tears, my mom sat on the bed
She softly said, "It'll be alright", then gently raised my head
I saw her tears fall from her cheek, I asked, "What are you crying for?"
She said,"These are a mother's special tears so you won't hurt anymore.

I saved these tears, just for this day, I knew that it would come
How love can up and walk away and leave your poor heart numb
These special tears will mend your heart, they are called mother's glue
Then fill it up with love again, then you'll be good as new

You'll not forget just how it feels to take and not to give
These tears of love will last you now as long as you shall live"
She wrapped her arms around me and her tears fell down on me
Each time since then, my heart's been broke, her tears are what I see


    by Daniel Turner

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



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Date: 7/14/2017 12:11:00 PM
Mother's always have a way of taking away the hurt. You had a good one.
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Date: 7/13/2017 8:57:00 PM
Daniel, Those tears are bottled up forever, whenever you need them! Your poetic guitar rocks! 7 Chuck
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Date: 7/12/2017 9:55:00 PM
This made me cry. I miss my mom everyday...
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Date: 7/12/2017 8:21:00 PM
You wrote the most truthful of a real mother, Danny. My great granny used to say, one day my heart will break and I had only to think of her love for it's so perfect I'll forget all else. I love it, Danny, it's stunningly beautiful... xoxo :)
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Date: 7/12/2017 6:28:00 PM
I believe we all can relate to the words you have given us here, especially those that put us in her arms. I can feel that part of her not being judgemental, but only supportive and loving. Nicely done!
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Date: 7/12/2017 5:42:00 PM
What a wonderful sentiment write, Daniel, I love my mother, but were never close to many of us to go around....
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Date: 7/12/2017 5:06:00 PM
A touching and loving tribute to your mother and her life-shaping words, Daniel. A special, sincere write that melts the heart w/it's gentle truths. Stellar poetry, my friend. Love and joy always.
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Date: 7/12/2017 3:13:00 PM
You're a momma's boy like me Daniel...loved it, my friend...great write...^WW^
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Date: 7/12/2017 12:27:00 PM
lovely, touching devotional for a mother whose love is unconditional, daniel... so splendid!..hugggs
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Date: 7/12/2017 11:01:00 AM
A wonderful tribute to your mom. love phyl
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Date: 7/12/2017 1:34:00 AM
Oh that we could all have a mother so precious Daniel! This tribute to her expresses the kind of wonderful man she raised! I love it! : )
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Date: 7/11/2017 3:47:00 PM
I love the mothers glue...very meaningful poem
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Date: 7/11/2017 11:30:00 AM
A beautiful and moving write Daniel...Well penned ...
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Date: 7/11/2017 2:38:00 PM
Thank you, Joseph. I appreciate your kindness:)
Date: 7/11/2017 9:49:00 AM
Just so beautiful, Daniel! The tears of a mother like glue! I love it!
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:52:00 AM
Thank you, Mrs Kim:)
Date: 7/11/2017 8:48:00 AM
Gives me a heart tug and memories of my loving mother. I'm glad your mother was such a loving and fine women.
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:52:00 AM
Thank you, Alfred:) Mother's are indeed special.
Date: 7/11/2017 8:31:00 AM
You've got your nerve calling me an old softy, that was just lovely DT, and special...
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:51:00 AM
Thanks, Charlie:) Mother's Love...
Date: 7/11/2017 8:24:00 AM
This is beautifully written and indeed touching. Brought a tear to my eye.
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:50:00 AM
Thank you, Dale:) I think sensitivity in a man is an admirable thing. Obviously you have a kind and tender heart. Me, too:)
Date: 7/11/2017 7:53:00 AM
What a heartfelt poem this is Daniel. Your Mother is indeed a wonderful woman, and she has reared a wonderful son just like her. She must be very proud...Maria
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:48:00 AM
Thank you, Maria. I know I'm proud to be her son:)
Date: 7/11/2017 6:30:00 AM
What a beautiful and special poem that really touches my heart. This is incredible Daniel. I loved everything about this, the rhyme, the flow/melody and the message, for it is so true. Wow...just amazing my friend. What a talented poet you are.
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:48:00 AM
Thank you, Chris. I have the same opinion of you:)
Date: 7/11/2017 5:27:00 AM
- Daniel, what a wonderful poem - with words, tears (glue) and memories of your dear mother :) - Your mother taught you that valuable in life ... love ! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:47:00 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise:) Your moniker Sunshine Smile fits you perfectly:)
Date: 7/11/2017 4:45:00 AM
Excellent tribute to your mother, DT:) I like the term, "mother's glue":)
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:46:00 AM
Thank you, JO:) You do know from now on you will always be capital letters JO. lol
Date: 7/11/2017 12:54:00 AM
Not unoften as I go to retort rudely, I remember my mother's forgiveness and I refrain ... Your deeply moving poem reinforces this sentiment ... Thank you ...
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Daniel Turner
Date: 7/11/2017 10:44:00 AM
Thank you, Probir. I appreciate your friendly visits:)
Date: 7/11/2017 12:50:00 AM
Great write Daniel... Beautiful sentiments... Loved it... Thanks for sharing...
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Daniel Turner
Date: 7/11/2017 10:43:00 AM
Thank you, Supraja. I always look for your smile:)
Date: 7/10/2017 10:36:00 PM
This is so beautiful, Daniel! A real special write, mate! Loved it
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Date: 7/11/2017 10:41:00 AM
Thank you, Wolf:) Glad you liked it.
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