today would have been my mother's 83rd birthday. though i caught hell most of my growing up, my mama was still there for me, thru thick and thin, and i cant forget her. ever. Mama may have had her problems, but if it wasnt for her, i wouldnt be the woman i am today.
to all who share my mom's birthday: Colleen, happy birthday to you hon. you are a great friend that i have had the pleasure of making acquaintance with here in Blogland.
and now, a song for my mother, performed by The Spinners called "Sadie"
(spoken intro by the late Phillipe Wynne, lead singer of The Spinners)
in a world like today
it's a rare occasion
to be able
to see young mothers like
the ones who were around
when i grew up
but they live on
in memory to
quite a few of us
and this song
is dedicated
to those who
cherish that memory...
(music intro)
early one Sunday morning
breakfast was on the table
there was no time to eat
she said to me
girl hurry to Sunday school...
filled with the Lord of Glory
i learned the Holy Story
she'll always have her dreams
despite the things
this troubled world
can bring
(chorus)
oh Sadie
dontcha know we love ya
Sweet Sadie
place no one above ya
Sweet Sadie
livin' in the past
sometimes it seems
so funny
but no money
can turn your life
around....
sweeter than cotton candy
stronger than grandpa's old brandy
always that needed smile
but once in a while
she would break down and cry...
sometimes she'd be
so happy
bein ' with me and daddy
standing the worst
of times
breaking the binds
with just a simple song....
oh Sadie Mae
still lovin us all
in your special way
Sweet Sadie
livin in the past
oh she's never sinnin'
in love she's always winnin' yeah
(chorus) Sadie
dontcha know we love ya
sweet Sadie
place no one
above ya
sweet Sadie
livin' in the past
my my my
i love you Mama
i just cant forget
how you gave me love
oh Lord
if there's a Heaven
up above
i know
she's teaching Angels
how to love
(repeat chorus)
it's a mean world
without'cha, oh
all the love you showed
oh how can
anyone ever doubt
your love
aint it funny that
in the end
it's not money
it's just the love
you gave us all
(repeat chorus)
why why
such a goodly soul
(repeat chorus)
i dont know
and tho the people
say they love my song
oh Lord i'm all alone
i miss her so....yeah
(repeat chorus)
i love you Mama!
lemme just try
just try one more time
and say
altho we were very poor
she tried to love
us that much more oh
(repeat chorus)
have you ever
ever met Sadie
oh, the premiere
of ladies, oh
sometimes i feel so alone
but i know that
i gotta go on
that's what
she wanted for me
i know its gonna be
hard sometimes
oh Sadie....
(repeat chorus)
(repeat chorus)
Lord altho my mama's
no longer here
her memory still
lingers dear aw, just won't
lemme go, lemme go
why dontcha
why u wanna make me
feel so down...
oh oh
(repeat chorus)
this feelin wont let me be
i'm gonna keep movin'
and gonna try
to keep groovin'
because
she showed me love (repeat chorus and fade).....
from album "New and Improved"; produced by Thom Bell
(c) 1974, Atlantic Records
Rest in peace, Mama. I love you and I miss you and Daddy very, very much.
y'all will excuse me now...the tears are falling faster than i can type......*sniffling*
14 comments:
Oh you poor thing!
Mize: You've had a ~lot~ happen to you. Expect some rough times and TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.
This kind of stuff sends people who aren't bipolar for a loop. Don't be ashamed and don't give up: there's no right way to grieve.
Drop me an email if you need an ear.
And check out the DBSA support groups. You'll find some wonderful people who have been there. It will also keep you from isolating.
(((((((((((((Joel))))))))))))
thank you so much. you are one of the many great guys i've come to know here in Blogland.
Squid: i know you do. and thank you for your concern too
(((((((((Squid))))))))))
((((((Genelle))))))
May you and your mother be free from suffering. I am sure that she has moved onto a better place.
Tears are a good thing. They are an excellent way to express emotion. I wish I cried more but...you know, the meds.
J: thank you. i know she's in a much better place. i understand about the meds too.
you are a sweetheart ((((((((James))))))))
Hugs to you. There is nothing like remembering your mom. Happy Birthday to your mom...
Love you girl!
Sandi: *sniffles* thank you girl. i love you too ((((((((Sandi))))))))
hey i really liked your blog!
you have some great posts!
i feel the same many times
be strong, keep up the good work
Soul: thank you! glad you stopped by and do come again!
Miz E-Take care of youself today. If you don't no one else is going to.
((((((Genelle))))))
Marie: thanks so much hon. you are the best!
Sounds like you truly miss your mother. I'm sorry that she was taken away from you so soon. Just remember, she will always be inside your heart and your head. Remember the good times you shared with her. Try to rejoice in the happy memories instead of dwelling on the sadness of your loss. I'm sure she'd rather you did that.
Please take care!
Sid
Sid: thank you so much. i am trying to focus on the positive things abot my mother, and also trying to let go of the painful past as well. i do miss her and my dad very much.
Hugs ((((((((((((((Sid)))))))))))))
genelle
Hugs m.E. Happy birthday to your mom! (She gave us you, so what more special a lady could there be?)
Dan: *blushing* awwww, you are so sweet. (((((((((((((Dan))))))))))))))))))
thank you.
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