A MOTHER'S BEATITUDE
BLESSED is the mother who understands her child, for
she shall inherit a kingdom of memories.
BLESSED is the mother who knows how to comfort, for
she shall possess a child's devotion,
BLESSED is the mother who guides by the path of
righteousness, for she shall be proud of her
offspring.
BLESSED is the mother who is never shocked, for she
shall receive confidences.
BLESSED is the mother who teaches respect, for she
shall be respected. ;
BLESSED is the mother who emphasizes the good and
minimizes the bad, for in like manner the
child shall make evaluations.
BLESSED is the mother who treats her child as she
would be treated, for her home shall be filled
with happiness.
BLESSED is the mother who answers simple the startling
questions, for she shall always be trusted.
BLESSED is the mother who has character strong enough
to withstand the thoughtless remarks and
resentments of the growing child, for again,
in due time, she shall be honored.