Ruby’s World
A heavenly birthday tribute to my mother
Reggae music, Diet Pepsi, sunflower seeds and a good book to read.
That summed up everything Ruby Lee Spencer would need.
A soul of reggae. Bob Marley was her spirit animal and love language.
Traveling was her heaven on earth. Living high above language.
Just to be content with her crazy personality.
A hard hitting attitude too much for the basic of reality.
A true soldier. A veteran of the military and let me tell you.
Disobeying her came with an outcome that was truly scary.
Ruby was huge hearted. With a spirit of which was beautifully loud.
Expressed with affection and dignity that still makes me proud.
She brought me some great times and yes they came with bad.
A lesson came with all of it so I’ll always be glad for the impact on my life she had.
The day she passed away I was living in a newer world.
No matter what it could never compare to Rubys World.
Happy heavenly birthday to my mother Ruby Lee Spencer.
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Joe Patterson
Hi I'm Joe Patterson. I am a writer at heart who is a big geek for film, music, and literature, which have all inspired me to be a writer. I rap, write stories both short and long, and I'm also aspiring to be an author and a filmmaker.
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This was such a heartfelt tribute—vivid, powerful, and full of soul. Ruby’s spirit shines through every line. You’ve painted a beautiful picture of love, strength, and legacy. Happy heavenly birthday, Ruby. She would be proud.
Beautiful! Your mom was a wonderful woman. Happy Birthday!
Such a beautiful tribute to your mother!
A Very Beautiful Tribute, Joe!
So sorry for your loss. She sounds special. I love that Marley was her "spirit animal!!"
This is such a wonderful tribute to your mom and I love the picture and I love that you carry a piece of her with you!
A great tribute and lovely poem. I like "beautifully loud"; also, stunning photos of your mom.