My mom is great. Yes, we have had our ups and downs over the years - mostly because of my strong head - but yet she is still one of my best friends. I love talking to my mom. Her and I could chat for hours and not even notice.
When I was going through the miscarriage it was so hard to be away from my mom. Growing up, whenever I was sick or down, she was there. She would sit on the couch, I would put my head on her lap, and she would stroke my head until I fell asleep. She would make me soup, and just be a mom. Therefore, going through something like that without her was hard. I know that she would be been here if she could, but she couldn't. It made me grateful that I had her that close growing up. It made me appreciate all that she has done for me more.
Today at church all the women were sent to Relief Society while the men took over our classes. There were a few things that where shared that I was touched by. One of them was a comment that what our children see us do spiritually will stick with them. It brought to mind a memory that I have of my mom. She goes to work very early, and yet she still takes time out to read her scriptures before work. Now, I am not talking like a quick read, but I think about 20-30 minutes. This has always impressed me about her. One morning, I needed to be up very early, and I came downstairs thinking that she was already gone. As I walked down the stairs I saw her sitting on her favorite chair reading her scriptures. This has always stuck with me, and motivates me to set an example like that for Austin.
Another that was shared was this video:
Thank you mom for all that you have done, and continue to do for me. I am grateful to have you in my life.
Thank you to all the women that have touched my life, and been like a mom to me as well. I wouldn't be the woman I am today without you all.
Happy Mother's Day!