Wilma
She was one tough woman and a coal miner's wife
Gave birth to six children and lived a rough life
And until you've walked a mile in her shoes
You can't even imagine what she's been through
But she always made do the best that she could
And would often work jobs that no one else would
She was a gourmet cook and kept her house clean
She had the coolest pets that you've ever seen
Though she's growing old and her body's in pain
She refuses to quit, grumble or complain
She brings cheer to others by the stories she tells
'Cause laughter helps to make people get well
She often prays to the Lord above
For His protection, strength and love
She's more than a mom; she's a wonderful friend
And I'll always love her to the very end
She's one of a kind and like no other
Wilma, I'm blessed to have you for my mother!
Gary
He's a hard worker
And a hospital guard
Helping others
Is his reward
Working two jobs
To pay the bills
Caring for his mom
When no one else will
My mind goes back
To those wonderful days
When we were young
And would laugh and play
Who knew one day
We'd be miles apart
Yet be so close
In mind and heart
Though few may be
The words we've shared
Only heaven knows
How much we've cared
Blood is thicker
Than water, they say
And the bond we share
Will always stay!
© Sandra Richards 2007
Bill
Who's this famous mountain man
That everyone calls "Bill"
Who raised five kids in the promise land
Of those West Virginia hills
Who hunted, fished and tilled the land
To keep his family fed
Then mined its coal from dawn to dusk
For a roof over their head
Who's this man with calloused hands
And a heart that's made of gold
Who never gave in and never gave up
And never will grow old
But will live forever in the lives he's touched
As a role model and friend
Who would give the shirt right off his back
And lend a helping hand
Who's this proud and mighty man
That humbled himself and prayed
Then bowed down on his knees and begged
The Lord, his soul to save
For it was all because of the grace of God
He now truly believes
And found that a man stands tallest
When he's on his knees
©Sandra Richards 2007
Jean
A coal miner's daughter, a coal miner's wife
And a mother to five kids
She cooked and cleaned, and put lots of love
Into everything she did
She was always faithful to her husband,
And treated him like a king
She even took care of both of her parents
Such joy she would bring
She never forgot anyone's birthday
And made sure cards were sent
To friends and family, both near and far
To give encouragement
Her lovely name means, "God is gracious"
She prays to Him above
She is such a special blessing
This world's not worthy of
A woman among women, one of a kind
And worthy of esteem
Those who've been privileged to know her
Love and call her "Jean"
My 25 Year Anniversary Poem From My Wonderful Husband John:
How do you describe the woman of your dreams
There's so much to say that I don't know where to start
I have lived with an angel for twentyfive years
Her name is Sandy and I love her with all my heart
Her love for God's Word and Will is strong
She puts it into practice for His glory alone
I have always admired her love for the Lord
She's more like Christ than anyone I've ever known
She's stunningly beautiful, both inside and out
She's my “Miss Universe” and I want her to know
Whatever fountain of youth she's found
She gets more lovely as years come and go
Always a lady, discreet and thoughtful
True to her husband and God above
She has always fulfilled my life
I'm so undeserving of such a great love
She puts her family before herself
Her work doesn't stop till the day is done
Making sure her family is clothed, fed, and well
Truly she stepped out of Proverbs Thirtyone
She homeschooled our children and helped them through college
Teaching not for money, but for love so true
And when they graduated and received their degrees
Some of the honor should have gone to her too
Through twentyfive years of ministry she stood by my side
Working endlessly as a caring pastor's wife
She fought the battles with me, sword in hand
I couldn't have made it without her in my life
To describe my Darling would take a book
This little poem cannot begin to reach the depths
Sandy will always be the Queen of my life
I'll love her with all my heart, till my last breath
John (read my song for John at bottom of my Songs 2 page)
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