Mother Machree

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Mother Machree
There’s a spot in my heart
that no maiden may own;
There’s a depth in my soul
never sounded or known;
There’s a place in my memory
where my life you fill;
No other can take it
no one ever will;
Every sorrow or care
in the dear days gone by;
Was made bright by the light
of the smile in your eye;
Like a candle that’s set
in a window at night;
Your fond love has cheered me
and guided me right;
Sure I love the dear silver
that shines in your hair;
And the brow that’s all furrowed
and wrinkled with care;
I kiss the dear fingers
that toil so warm for me;
Oh! God bless you and
keep you, mother Machree!； 　　In my memory, my life is filled with your presence. No one can take your place; no one will ever have such true feelings ； 　　Precious time slips away slowly,
While toils and troubles never cease.
The smile in your eyes, its brilliance,
Turns hardship into light ； 　　Like the light of a lit candle,
penetrating through the window panes in the deep night,
your profound love inspires me
and guides me forward ； 　　Yes, I love you, your silver hair that shines with a tender light. I love the wrinkles on your forehead, marks of the years that have passed. I kiss your hardworking fingers; your gentle hands warm my heart ； 　　Ah, my kind mother is in my heart. May heaven bless her with lasting happiness and longevity!