If I could give you diamonds
For each tear you cried for me.
If I could give you sapphires
For each truth you've helped me see.
If I could give you rubies
For each heartache that we have known.
If I could give you pearls
For the wisdom that you have shown
Then you'll have a treasure, mother
That would mount up to the skies
That would almost match the sparkle in your kind and loving eyes.
But I have no diamonds, no pearls, no rubies or saphires,
So I'll give you gifts more precious
My devotion, love and care.