Blessed all round by nature
Poor but well nurtured
The best from all creatures
Ever daring for pastures
Imbibed in me all I know in life
For once never taught a lie
Always charging forth with all of her might
Never throws in the towel without a fight
She had all there is to be a good wife
But raised me as single mom, oh life
Maybe from all there is, single was better off
For all she’s done, for me, there’s always a hat to doff
That’s in her presence I am at peace
Compelling all my worries to ease
She listens, with compassion and care
Nothing in the world can compare
All I want for her from nature is life and wealth
This is because she deserves a fresh breath
A breath that’s free from all sorts of stench
I want this for all who’ve been through hell to earth
About the Creator
Joseph June
Come, discover the true Nigeria with me
Each story is true story about my country and my people.
Being poor has double meaning.
One is to live in poverty.
The other is to live without hope and dreams.
I have hope and dreams.
Therefore I am rich.
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You have a mother like mine. Blessed no matter what the circumstance. Her blessings follow me everywhere, So does yours. A very beautiful tribute.