Mothers and Daughters

Mothers and daughters play a critical role
In helping each other explore
Infinite possibilities wait to unfold
Each step leads to so many more

A woman's influence is vast
Touching lives in a personal way
Her nurturing brings great things to pass
As she teaches by example all day

Sisters, among women, you are to lead
In everything praiseworthy, take note
Of all things God-like or uplifting
Spread the good news that others might quote

Young women- these are the days prophets spoke of
Perilous times....when silly women are sin laden
Look to your mother in matters of God and love
For she has lived much and already weighed them

No other person on earth loves you the same way
Or is as willing to sacrifice for your good
She'll be your greatest source of wisdom some day
As you approach the time of marriage and young motherhood

Within the walls of a home
There is so much work to be done
Moral values clearly are made known
As one seeks the light of the Son

Mothers teach your daughters this truth:
There is spiritual and moral power
Let your life serve as the proof
Recognize each blessing that showers

As a daughter of God, point them to the scriptures
Teach them of sexual matters too
Help them to dress in a way that is pure
That they'll recognize their divine value

Who is not willing to listen and learn:
So life's lessons can meaningfully teach us
Who for an eternal family does not now yearn
Let us follow the safest path laid by Jesus

Mothers and Daughters
Elder M. Russell Ballard
Ensign, May 2010,