*A friend through life
Mum’s always there
Through times of strife
Gives gentle care

She shares our joys
And wipes our tears
She helps destroy
Our deepest fears

She holds us tight
When we feel lost
Defends our right
Despite the cost

The strongest glue
This family’s had
She’s bound this crew
Through good and bad

So blessed we are
Where we came from
Our family star
Our precious Mum*

This is a digital painting of my wonderful Mum, who has encouraged my art and writing since I was a young child. She is still the smartest and toughest person I have ever meet after my half century on this planet. She has never judged me, and has always loved me unconditionally. She has always been there to support me through troubled times, and has always given me advise that was wise and knowledgeable. Can’t quite say enough about my wonderful Mum. She is also the best Nana a grandchild could ever have!

The image was made in Photoshop from a photo my wife snapped of her at our daughter’s wedding reception.

If your here taking a peek right now, Mum, I Love You! …and thanks for putting up with me for over half a century now! ;)