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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 the heartache that you've known If I could give you pearls for the wisdom that you've 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 pearls, no diamonds, as I'm sure you're well aware So I'll give you gifts more precious my devotion, love and care