Nobody Knows But Mother

Nobody Knows But Mother Nobody knows of the work it makes To keep the home together, Nobody knows of the steps it takes, Nobody knows - but mother. Nobody listens to childish woes, Which kisses only smother; Nobody's pained by naughty blows, Nobody - only mother. Nobody knows of the sleepless care Bestowed on baby brother; Nobody knows of the tender prayer, Nobody - only mother. Nobody knows of the lessons taught Of loving one another; Nobody knows of the patience sought, Nobody - only mother. Nobody knows of the anxious fears, Lest darlings may not weather The storm of life in after years, Nobody knows - but mother. Nobody kneels at the throne above To thank the Heavenly Father For that sweetest gift - a mother's love; Nobody can - but mother.