Welcoming arms gather the children with Earth as their footstool. Delightful images from nature are carved on the backside of this favorite sculpture, a loving tribute to teachers or mothers.

Hand-cast in DuraStone and brushed with a natural-stone finish. Indoor use 8.5" H

This lovely tribute to teachers is also a life-size sculpture by Mary Southard, CSJ. It stands inside the Highland Middle School in Countryside,IL. It was commissioned by parents to honor Barbara Berry a beloved music teacher who died in 1997. Students were able to participate in the finishing portion of creating the sculpture.