Today is the first Mother's Day, since my Mom died. Been super hard, so I kept super busy. Hike at dawn, church and then unpacking stuff from my parent's home. The above picture was a simpler time. My kids were little and we did lots of adventures. Now they are off creating lives of their own.
The heart of a Mom is quite unique and the good thing is that everyone can learn from it. Whether you are a mom or you tend to "mother" your co-workers or friends, God designed us with a mission. No matter what curve balls life throws at us, I know that I have a God that has the final word. This is why I talk with God throughout the day, and try to keep my eyes focused on Him. Yes, the devil is a liar, and tries to rob me of my peace, however I have God on my side.
My Mom was an excellent listener. I'd call her several times a day to vent and she wouldn't put in her two cents. I know that she prayed for me and my kiddos daily. My Mom's love was consistent and never based on my actions.
I was with my Mom, my best friend for the last chapter of her life. I saw her strength as she organized her affairs and she even planned her funeral and wrote her obituary. She did the dirty work, as unpleasant as it was so that her kids wouldn't have to. Now that's being selfless.
I hope I will be more compassionate to the people who are difficult, slow to speak, and love others for just the way they are designed.
Happy Mother's Day.
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