SWEETER THAN THE FLOWERS

Just as far as I can remember,
She'll remain the rose of my heart.
Mama fell sick along in December.
February brought us broken hearts.

The reason we've not called a family reunion,
We knew that she wouldn't be there.
But now that we've thought it all over, Mama,
We know your spirit is here.

    Oh, no, I can't forget the hours
    You're the only one, Mama, and sweeter than the flowers
    Oh, no, there's no use to bother.
    To speak of you now would only hurt Father.
    Oh, no, Mama, we'll never forget you
    And someday we'll meet you up there.

We all gathered round and I stared at their faces.
All heads were bowed mighty low;
But this was one time we all had to face it,
Though it hurt us so badly, you know.

Well, it looked so good to see us together,
But I had to look after Dad.
Oh, no, Mother, when I passed by your casket,
I didn't want to remember you dead.

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Author: Ervin T. Rouse
Version: Stanley Brothers
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