Poetry from the Generations 

 

 



 

 

 



 

 

In Memory of Mother
by Velma M. Carlson
(February 10, 1967)


One year ago, you went to sleep
   And left this mortal shore.
You journeyed on to be with Him;
   To tread this earth no more.
You told us not to sob and mourn
   But to live an honest life;
That you were resting in His care
   Away from toil and strife.
You told us that you loved us all
   To always do the right; and
“Please,” don’t weep when I’m gone,
   I’ve lived a long, long life.
So often you quoted scriptures
   Which we remember still.
About how you found contentment
   Lifting your eyes unto the hills.
You said your strength all came
   From There.
That God was very near.  So,
   Dearest Mother, rest in peace
As time goes by – and years.

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

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