Mother's Day has always been a special day. I always loved the flowers that they gave out to the moms at businesses and church, and our awesome Chinese food lunch every year. I'm not sure how the tradition started, but I always looked forward to it. It is so much fun to take a day to celebrate Mom each year, especially since the rest of the year is usually spent with her celebrating the things her kids do.
My Mama is no exception. I love celebrating her because she deserves it. She has loved and cared for all of us (and many others) for years, selflessly and whole-heartedly. Becoming a mom myself has given me a new perspective on just how much she has done for me over the years, and without complaining. I am in awe...I love you, Mom!
However, perhaps it's because I had a cold today (thanks, Liam!), that I was thinking of another group of people. Those who are mothers in their hearts, but not mothers in fact, as of yet. Those who look longingly at the flowers that are handed out and wonder when it will be their turn. Those who have so much love in their hearts to give; who 'mother' those around them all the time, and yet have not yet been given the blessing of a child to love. This mother's day, I think of these mamas, and my wish is for them...that they will find a child to love.
So Happy Mother's Day all you Mamas and to-be Mamas! The world is a better place because of you all.
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