Roses for Mama Red Sovine

Well, I had two weeks vacation comin'
So I thought I'd drive down to Florida
Spend some time with an old friend, date a few girls
Make a few parties, and just kinda live it up again

So I packed up my car and then I called my Mom in Tennessee
And told her what I planned to do
She said, "Son, are you comin' by?" And I said, "Mom, I'm
Really pushed for time, but I'll see you in a week or two"

And I was drivin' through this little town in Georgia
When I remembered today's Mama's birthday
Well, I thought I'll just stop and wire some flowers
Shouldn't take too long, then I'll be on my way

So I walked in a flower shop and the first thing I saw
Was this little boy, with his eyes full a' tears
I said, "What's wrong, son?" He said, "Mama loves roses
And today's her birthday and I haven't seen her in almost a year"

Roses for mama
Today's her birthday
Roses for mama
Today's her birthday

He said, "I live with Grandma now
But I promised mama some roses, 'cause I talk to her all the time
I wanted to give her five, 'cause that's how old I am
But the lady said I couldn't buy 'em with just a dime"