Bouquet Lyrics

A mother died and was laid in the grave

Orphans she left behind

Each morning they came, their hearts so brave

Their mother they hoped to find

The mother's heart ached for her dear little ones

Her soul returned from the sky

And took the form of a small-leaved flower

Covering her mound nearby

In a bundle, I'll tie you up

Decoratively with a ribbon wound

I'll show you the way to distant lands

Where your kin can be found

The children recognized their mother by her scent

They knew her and rejoiced

The simple flower, their comfort and content

They named Mother's Voice

Perhaps a daughter of the mother will be found

To whom your scent will bring delight

Perhaps you'll find a son

Who to you his heart will plight

In a bundle, I'll tie you up

Decoratively with a ribbon wound

I'll show you the way to distant lands

Where your kin can be found

Mother's Voice, beloved land of ours

You, our simple tales

I picked you on an ancient mound

To whom shall I bring these gales