far above rubies

this woman
a queen

hair-net, gloves, apron

she listens
she is wise

others
just as precious

visit, smile, compare

sharing
sisters

we women are a marvel

we care

we try

we do

we nourish

and show up

what can compare

a good woman

Proverbs 31

25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.

26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.

27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.

28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.

29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.

30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.

31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.


(wish i knew who painted this)

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