A 1919 popular song.
Words by Howard Johnson.
Music by Milton Ager.
Sheet music provided by Laurence Rubenstein:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
- Why are you crying, Mother mine?
You know the danger is past
Why are you sighing, Mother mine?
I’m safe in your arms at last
Now I can tell what Heaven means
After all I’ve been through
Paradise lost is found again
Now that I’m here with you
Refrain
Wonderful day of days, once more to gaze
Into your eyes that shine
And be at rest close to your breast
And feel your arms entwine
Wonderful joy of joys to hear your voice
And kiss your lips divine
‘Tis Heaven, dear, to know you’re near
Thank God! you’re here, Mother mine
2. Why are you praying, Mother mine?
You seem to tremble with fear
What are you saying, Mother mine?
You can’t realize I’m here
Cling to me closer, Mother mine
And bring back mem’ries of yore
Sorrow and pain were not in vain
Now that you smile once more
Sung here by Fred Feild: