Remember the hugs and kisses
 Of many long years ago
When you loved Mom and Dad
 And wasn't afraid to tell them so.

Now that you're older, my friend,
 Perhaps you're many miles apart,
Why not tell them once again
 The words that will thrill their hearts.

How long does it take to give them a call
 Oh, I know something better still,
Drop what you're doing today
 Sneak home and give them a pleasant thrill.

Just go home for a day and a night
 It would be a wonderful surprise,
Catch them off guard with a hug and a kiss
 And watch the twinkle in their eyes.

Grab both of them in a big bear hug
 And tell them what they want to hear,
Oh, I love you, Dad, for being my friend;
 And, yes, Mother, I love you dear.

When you've departed and they're all alone
 They'll rejoice in knowing you still care,
And the Lord will draw near and be glad to hear
 When you whisper their names in prayer.
 

                                             Carl L. Hempen, 1978