A neighbor said to a boy, "My home's like yours. Why don't you come and visit me?"

"I'm happier here," he answered.'

"Why"" she asked.

"I guess it's Mom," he said.

Mom's not a physician, but she heals the sick.

She's not a banker, but we deposit our hurts and hopes with here.

She's not a gardener, but she plants the seeds of faith, truth and love that develop into flowers of character, godliness and happiness.

She's not a preacher, but she teaches her children what's true and helps them do what's right.

She's not a contractor, but she's a builder of civilization.

No wonder the Bible says, "Honor your mother!"