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Song Mother I Know

When I was just a boy I could have never understood You showed me right from wrong You made me strong You gave so much I know, and no I didn't see But now I know just what you've done for me Chorus So how can I repay this debt you gave to me Because I realize just what you mean to me. You held me in the night Guided me in flight Prayed for what was right With all your might You sacrificed your life Took care to cover strife On a day I would lose sight You always made it right Chorus 8 bar interlude. When I was just a boy I could have never understood The love you showed to me Was meant to set me free You gave me all you can As I grew into a man Now I know your gentle loving hand. Chorus to end.

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Susan Ashley

Date: 6/19/2020 3:03:00 PM

Your admiration and appreciation of her ‘gentle loving hand’ is so beautifully expressed and the end result was well worth her maternal efforts. Such an inspiring lyric, Ray. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Ray Zottola
Date: 6/16/2023 12:35:00 PM

Susan, I don't know why for the life of me how I missed your comment on my mothers song. 3 years later, I find it rummaging thru this song. Maybe someday I sing it for you. ??