I think I never truly knew
How very much I cared for you
Untill I was a mother too;

Nor knew that any love could be
As deep as that you give to me
A love that gives but does not ask;
That changes every little task

To joy; a love that stays the same,
A steady and enduring flame.
This love I give to her must be
The same love that you give to me.

And gave to me through all my years;
My joy, your joy, my tears, your tears,
Mother, I never truely knew
Untill I was a mother too;
Your love for me and mine for you

Abigain Cresson