In loving memory of our beloved mother Earlene Hovis who passed away one year ago today.

A face that is always on my mind,

A smile I have seen a million times,

Two eyes that would light up the sky at night,

One last battle you could not fight,

The day was long, then night then morn.

I knew that soon you would be gone,

I clasped your hand so warm in mine,

Soon we would be out of time,

To stay with us you fought so hard,

A million pieces went my heart,

Now a photo I look at to see your smile,

I keep your number on my speed dial,

This I do.... I have no choice.,

But great memories I will always keep with me,

Your love in my heart for eternity,

I never wanted to say goodbye,

To understand why, I can but try,

Waiting in heaven from this moment on,

‘Till God asks you to bring me home.