In loving memory of my beloved mother, Mary Serafine, whose birthday is December 31.

I read the cards “For Mother’

And the verses bring a tear,

For the loving words are written

To those who are still here.

You always loved the cards I sent

You saved them through the years

You said they made you feel so loved,

Your eyes glistening with tears.

Each year I want to bring flowers

In my mind your words I hear

“They’re beautiful...You shouldn’t have!

But I love them...thank you Dear.”

They say you’re in a better place

I hope and pray it’s true,

But...today is your birthday...and I am missing you.