Scottish born,to care for others

She was going to be no ordinary mother

Her love of wildlife, and nature, plain to see

Above all else, priority for family

”Stand up straight, shoulders back”

A mother’s pride in her newborn pack

With so much love, she gave and had

Very much supporting our loving Dad

Such a bright and enquiring mind

There was always more for her to find

Clear values and guidance she espoused

Emotions ready to be aroused

What a journey, the South West tour

Farming ruled, until seventy four

The Windsor called, with shyness tested

A whole new world, hard work invested

Later years would bring much joy

New Great grandchild, girl or boy

Scampi and chips at the Waterside pub

Tom Jones blaring on the Hi-Fi hub

A welcome smile, a warm embrace

Or the look, that could wilt your face

Fools not suffered, respect to be earned

Her laughter infectious, how much we yearn

She was always there

Charles Glass September 2020