In memory of Mrs. Bernice Figaro Her womb did not bear fruit Her breasts did not give suck Yet her arms cradled many Her hands hugged and comforted many lovingly She dried many tears She carried her children in the womb of her heart Her labor pains were travailing prayer, ingratitude shown to her, being misunderstood, being told you are not my mother, giving of her limited resources sacrificially Do you know a woman like her? A woman of virtue caring for children who are not her own She cares willingly, lovingly, tenderly Let's honor her for she choose to become a mother To those without a mother Let's honor her She choose to become a nurturer To those who need to be nurtured She is known for her good advice and gentle correction Humble and fair-minded, she would offer an apology when she makes mistakes Her eyes reveal the love and concern she has in her soul for others Those in her care who may have experienced neglect and abuse She adopts a more understanding and empathizing approach She may have never read a book about such things Her heart knows how to cultivate Her heart knows how to be a mother Her mother's heart seeks out others; To embrace To encourage To inspire To cherish To give them the experience of knowing, having a loving mother To raise them up with God's help to be all that they can be Good woman, stewardess of God You will always be remembered not only as a guardian or caretaker but a Mother Some may need to reconsider how they define a mother Being called a mother has to be more than giving birth Being a mother means you nurture Let us always honor those well deserving mothers who have never given birth Always remember her Remember her favorite song she loved/loves to sing or hum Remember her favorite color Remember her, Honor her By Tesse Wilson In memory of Mrs. Bernice Figaro

All good gifts come from the Lord. Tesse is happy to be gifted by the Lord to write. It is her prayer that her writings will bless, encourage and inspire others. Thank God for his Spirit who gives inspiration and his grace which enables her.