Happy Mothers Day!

The moment a child is born, the mother is also born.  She never existed before.  The woman existed, but the mother, never.  A mother is something absolutely new.

Happy Mothers Day to all of the amazing moms I know. Being a mom is such a hard job and I know so many woman who do it so gracefully.

My mom is the first. My goal as a mom is to be as great of a mom as you are. I honestly don't know how you did it. You always had such a full plate but never let anything or anyone slip through the cracks. I talk to you every day and am thankful for you every day. You are my rock when things are hard. You are the person I call when I think something is funny. You help me through when I am sad. I take my anger out on you occasionally because I know you will always forgive me. You show me I am wrong when I think I cant do something. You raised 3 strong, caring, productive kids. And you did it through so many struggles. Struggles I only imagine in my worst dreams.  You are one of the bravest and strongest women I have ever met and I am SO proud to say you are MY mom. I love you Mom! Happy Mothers Day!!    

There are so so many others wonderful moms in my life. I cant possibly name them all. 

La Dayna, one of the most patient and sweet moms I know. You care so much, not only about your own kids but about everyone elses kids too. I love that you stick to your morals and your ideals. I think you are such an amazing mom. I hope you know how great you are too.

Sandee, I couldn't ask for a better mother-in-law. I know without a doubt that I can come to you if I have any problem. You are such a wonderful mom. You have 3 kids who prove it every day. I am so thankful to have you as part of my life.

Cindy, you do so much for you kids and it shows. You have a great sense of humor. Your kids are growing up to be so great. I am so honored to have them as my niece and nephew.

Tami, who is close enough to being a mom. I am so happy for you. I know that your baby is going to be one of the most loved babies ever born. I cant wait to see what kind of mom you are but I have no doubt that you will be amazing. 

So many other moms I know, whether I see them at school or I am friends with them or just pass by them. I see so many amazing traits every day and I continue to learn every day about what it means to be a good mom. If its giving up what you want so they can have what they need, lifting your life up for your baby even though people had given up on you, staying late at school so your kids can play for "2 more minutes!", leaving a job that you love to be with a baby you love even more, staying at a job you hate to make ends meet for you family. 

I hope all of the moms I know have an amazing Mothers Day. And even if you don't, know that you are loved for all that you do.