IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES A LANE ID WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN Mum you were a wonder mother So gentle yet so strong The many ways you showed you cared Always made us feel that we belonged You were patient when we were foolish You gave us guidance when asked It seemed you could do most anything You're the mother of every task You were a dependable source of comfort You were a cushion should we fall You helped in times of trouble You supported us whenever we should call We love you more than you know You have our total respect If we had a choice of mothers You'd be the one we would select