I wasn’t going to write a Mother’s Day post. Everyone’s written something, said the words, and made the pretty graphic to accompany it. No one needs another Mother’s Day post to read. I have a gift for my mom, I wrote my heart-felt sentiments in a card, and in a few short hours I will be celebrating this day with her, by her side.
However, last week my mom told me she didn’t feel like celebrating Mother’s Day. My dear grandma, her beloved mother-in-law, died and she felt the grief would be too much for everyone, including my dad.
You see, that’s what my mom is like. She puts everyone else in front of herself.
There are so many words I could use to describe my mom. So many words, but none could truly do her justice. She is beloved and I consider myself blessed to have this extraordinary woman in my life.
My mom has a love that she can’t contain. Her hugs are frequent and her compassion is immeasurable. As the years pass, our relationship grows, and I see my mom as a dear and cherished friend.
The past couple of weeks have shown me just how amazing my dear mom is. How in the midst of her own grief, she would call or text me to see how I was doing. How she has given so much to her family in this time of need. I have witnessed her caring heart… serving and loving everyone around her.
No store bought card, bouquet of flowers, or gift could match the sentiments of a child telling their mom how much they love her. I wasn’t going to write a Mother’s Day post. Everyone’s written something and said the words but these words, are mine. These are the words to a dear mom, who I love more than I could ever express.
I love you Mom. Today I celebrate you.
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Beautiful post in honor of your mother and sending her a HUGE ((HUG))
Happy Mother’s Day to you……
Thank you so much Debby! Happy Mother’s day to you too!
Like mother, like daughter. You radiate the type of love you describe in your mom, Jennifer. Wishing you both a wonderful Mother’s Day!
Oh Robin, you’re going to make me cry.
Thank you my friend. Happy Mother’s day to you too.
xoxo
How beautiful. Your mother really does sound amazing. I see how you have such an amazing heart, Jennifer! :) Happy Mother’s Day to both of you!
I have a wonderful mom indeed Kelli. Thank you for your sweet words.
xoxo
Hi Jennifer! What a light in the world your Mom is. I’m not surprised, you have that light too. I hope that time and grace will mend her heart, and yours too.
I really agree with the ‘tweetable’ you have. As my daughter and her family were leaving, her two year old daughter said; “I love you Nana.” Oh my. I could have burst from the pride and love.
Hugs to you (altho I think your girls have that covered!),
Ceil
Awww thank you so much Ceil.
I love that your granddaughter said that… how special.
Happy Mother’s Day and a big hug to you as well.
xoxo
This is beautiful. My mom’s mom is 100 and my mom lives to make her happy. Adding to that, my older sister is getting married ON MY MOM’S PROPERTY, so she’s planning a wedding too. Adding to that, she is a second mother to my kids, when we’re traveling.
It’s insane. She puts everyone else before her.
I hope I’m like her one day.
Thank you Tamara. Your mom sounds wonderful… definitely worthy of a hearty celebration today. I marvel at how when I was a little girl, I wanted to be like my mommy. As a teen, I didn’t want to be like her at all. Then as an adult, I aspire to be more like her. It’s a beautiful cycle isn’t it?
I hope you had a very Happy Mother’s day!
Happy Mother’s Day xoxo
Awww, thanks so much Caroline.
xoxo
(This is Emily from Words I Wheel By)
It’s so touching that you took this time to recognize your mother and to show her why she is so deserving of a chance to celebrate. This was truly lovely to read.
Thank you so much Emily. I’m glad you enjoyed it… although your Mother’s Day post was absolutely beautiful… I seriously bawled reading it.
Oh what a beautiful mom you are blessed to have, Jennifer!! She may be your inspiration and your love, but I sure see a lot of YOU in her. The apple doesn’t fall far, my friend. I do hope you were able to spend the day with her despite the horrible loss.
Thank you so much Chris! We were able to spend a nice afternoon and evening together.
I hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day as well.
Such a beautiful post. The older I get and especially since becoming a mother myself, I’ve really started to understand the true love and sacrifice my mother has had for me and our family. Mothers put others first and they love deeply. I hope you and your mother had a wonderful Mother’s Day <3
Thank you Jessica. I think we really gain that appreciation once we walk in their shoes for a little while.
I hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day! xoxo
What a wonderful soul you are blessed to call mom! She seems like an amazing lady. I know I’ve said this before, but once more, I’m so sorry for your loss. Wishing all the moms in your family a great belated Mother’s Day!
Yes, I have a lovely mom. She is pretty awesome.
We were able to still have a lovely Mother’s Day. Of course we thought of (and missed) my grandma but I’m glad we were still able to celebrate being moms.
I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day too.
This was beautiful, Jennifer, just beautiful. Your mom sounds like such a wonderful woman, a true inspiration. Happy Mother’s Day to you both. xo
Thank you so much Topaz. I am very blessed to have a wonderful mom. Thank you so much for the Mother’s day wishes.
Another beautiful post. The older I get the more I appreciate my mom (even though we definitely still have our issues). The year my brother passed away (which was only a few weeks before Mother’s Day) my mom didn’t want to celebrate Mother’s Day either. That was hard for me b/c it was my first Mother’s Day, but I understood.
Our mother’s really do sacrifice so much for us. Your mom sounds like a wonderful lady Jennifer.
xoxo
Thanks Tiffany. Yes, my mom is a pretty awesome woman. Every day I love her more and more.
I just commented to Rebecca (R.F. Dietz) that this year I became acutely aware of people who lost their moms, moms who lost their child, woman who can’t conceive… it must be a difficult occasion for many.
Thanks for visiting my friend. I hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day.
xoxo
It’s easy to get caught up in mothers’ day that we forget those who have lost their own moms, and how it impacts their day. Your mom sounds like such a strong and sweet woman- but it’s no wonder. You clearly come from a long line of amazing women, yourself included.
This year I became acutely aware of people who lost their moms, moms who lost their child, woman who can’t conceive… it must be a difficult occasion for many.
Thanks for the compliment my friend. Yes, there are some pretty awesome women in my family.
I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day.
xoxo
Perfect. Happy Mother’s Day to you, too (a little late).
Thank you so much Mia! I hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day as well.