Mother's Day -1


...my foremost Nurturer -late Madam Victoria A. Obiwanka (nee Awoyode). 

Passed on to glory 19th June, 1995.

Truly the memories of the just are blessed forever more. 

We still miss your exceptional kindness, and those your wise cracks... 

Continue to sleep tight in the Bosom of our Creator, dearest Mama Agege, Mama Oshogbo - Papi Yellow.

❤❤❤❤❤


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