Catherine Ruedy

At my side
Warm, loving
Tender, caring
Filling my needs
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First I had a Mother-in-law.
Then there were five brothers-in-law.
Those were followed quickly with three sisters-in-law.
Then came the nieces and nephews-in-law.
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It came from your father,
It was all he had to give.
So it's yours to use and cherish,
As long as you may live.
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When the sun is setting in the west,
And darkness is closing in,
We call it dusk.
When the sun is rising in the east,
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Warm! Warm!
Bright clean air!
Rhapsodies of birds, from every direction!
Feeling better
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As I grew up, you caressed my heart with love,
Nurtured my mind with curiosity,
And brushed my hands with talents.
So much so, that at times,
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