To Our Mother on Her Eighty-ninth Birthday
This poem is a heartwarming tribute to a mother's eighty-ninth birthday, expressing gratitude for her love and guidance throughout the years. The author reflects on the mother's wisdom, kindness, and devotion, highlighting her enduring impact on their life.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Non-Fiction, Biography · 448 words
First lines
Tender thoughts their spell are weaving, Hallowed memories round us twine, 'Tis the birthday of our mother, And her years are eighty-nine;
Years that fraught with many changes Came and went as flies a dream, Came and went as speeds an arrow, Or a meteor's flashing beam.
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To Our Mother on Her Eighty-ninth Birthday is listed on Textopian as a poem by Fanny J. Crosby, dated 1897 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Non-Fiction, Biography, Family & Relationships, Autobiography
- Length: 448 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The book is written by Fanny J. Crosby, a known poet, and considering the title 'To Our Mother on Her Eighty-ninth Birthday' suggests it is a tribute to a mother, possibly in poetic form.
- Non-Fiction — The title 'To Our Mother on Her Eighty-ninth Birthday' hints at it potentially being a realistic homage or biography about the author's mother, which would align with the non-fiction genre.
- Biography — The book title suggests it might be detailing the life of the author's mother, making it potentially part of the biography genre.
- Family & Relationships — The reference to 'Our Mother' in the title implies the book may explore themes around family and relationships.
Tags
biography · autobiography · memoir · family history · personal narrative · inspirational · religious · Christianity · poetry · verse · birthdays · aging