Happy Mother's Day Weekend

[QBWeaver]

I want to wish all of you who are mothers now, were mothers in the past, may be mothers in the future and who have mothers... the happiest of Mother's day this year. It doesn't matter if she is your real Mom, step-Mom, adopted or foster Mom or just a friend you consider a mom to you. She touched your life and helped mold you into who you are today.

Those who are mother's now - Your job is never done. It carries on throughout your life from the time your child was concieved until the end of time. You brought that life into this world to love and to nurture. Life is such a miracle in itself and you participated in that miracle. Love your children and they will love you!

For those of you who were mother's and may have lost a child - God Bless you. You lived in the time of the miracle but for some reason God chose to take your angel back to heaven. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child either early in the pregnancy or later in life as I've not been through that. I just know that for some unknown reason God decided he needed a special angel in heaven and your child was that special angel.

For those of you who will be a mothers some other time during your life - Yahoo Baby! Relax and enjoy yourself now. A child is a full time Job filled with joy most of the time and some heartache some of the time. When you do become a mommy... Rejoice in every moment you have.

And to all of us, because we have all had mothers, be thankful. Without Mom (and Dad) we wouldn't be here. Whether you can spend time with your Mom, call her, or just have those special memories in your heart... Thank her. She helped you when you were sick, got after you when you did something wrong, and stood back watching and beaming with pride as she watched you learn the special lessons about life. She might have fixed that special dessert for you, or remembered to pack that extra PB&J in your lunch. She adjusted your tie before you went out on that special date or dropped you a card in the mail just to tell you she was thinking about you. She'd go shopping for that special dress you'd wear on your wedding day and then look for that special present for her grandchild.

Each moment is precious in our lives and they are just as precious to our moms.

I'm really missing my Mom right now. It's the first Mother's day without her around. I've seen so many things I'd like to buy for her and so many times I've wanted to pick up the phone to talk to her. I know she's still around but I can't reach out to hug her or talk with her anymore. However, I will thank her. She gave my brothers and I a wonderful life. She was a generous, loving, classy lady who put her children first in all she did.

Thanks Mom! I Love you too!

 

[Mitchell]

That was a beautiful post, QB. Very heartfelt, and touching. Iam sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
I will be celebrating with my mom today by taking her out to a nice lunch. I've already given her the Mother's Day gifts I bought her. She is the best mother around, like her own mother was. Kind, generous, loving, a great support system, was always there for me, and put me first and foremost.
Not to sour the thought, but your post also brings to light why Iam estranged from my father. You mentioned a parent's job being a forever thing, from the day the child is born until the day the parent dies. Unfortunately for both he and I, he always put his own needs first ahead of mine, and seems to think it is a parent's job to emotionally punish a child if they do not live exactly as the parent wants. Parents are supposed to love children unconditionally, even when the child doesnt do what the parent wants. He cannot see this.
Anyhow, back to your post. Great thoughts and post. Thank you. Those of us who have wonderful mothers like I do should feel blessed, and it is appro po that we celebrate them on this day.

Mitch

 

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[kis123]

Wonderful thoughts and insight QB.

This year will be the 10th since my mom's been gone. It's been exceptionally hard this year for me. I've been through so much in the last several months and my daughter's going through changes as well. It's been rough and I'll be glad when this weekend is over.

However, for those of you who still have moms, embrace them-they won't be with you forever.

For those of you estranged from your moms-find a way to make peace. You'll be better off in the long run.

For you moms estranged from your kids-learn to love them from a distance, then slowly attempt to bridge the gap. These will be the parents of grandchildren you're going to want to see someday.

I hope all will have a happy Mother's Day.

 

[Mimi]

 

[Newcastle Uni]

F**k! Is it mothers day again? Maybe you have it on a different day in America. I'm sure it was only just recently mothers day.

Whilst I'm at it, is anyone offended by the word fuck? Why do I have to put little asterixes (like there is anyone who thinks i wanted to write funk but couldn't decide on the way round for the U and the N. Whilst we're at it, what's that new song by Outkast all about. They really piss me off. Caroline, mighty fine. My arse. Or maybe it was the black eyed peas that sunf that song calles shut the funk up or something. They're both shit. Especially the one with Andre3000. What sort of a name is that anyway??)

Happy mothers day!!!

 

[unclebill]

I consider myself one of the lucky ones who has a great relationship with both my mother and father. But I do hope all of the moms here at the TMF have a fantastic Mothers Day.

 

[bratgirl365]

Jan...

Jan....your post was absolutely beautiful. May 4th has been 10 years since my mother has passed, I think of her everyday. There hasn't been a day gone by in 10 years that I haven't missed her.
You are a wonderful person, your mother did a great job in raising the woman you are today. I know you got that big ole loving heart from her. Just try to take comfort in knowing she is with god and someday you will reunite to feel her hugs once again.
I love you
Happy Mother's Day to one of the sweetest women I know, Jan Weaver
Love,
Trixie

 

[lite]

Happy Mother's Day!

Thank you, Jan, for that wonderful post.

To you and to Trixie: my sympathies for both of you. I don't have the artistic skills others have, so I will just say this: You are each luminous messengers of the power of a mother's love. You reflect the love shown by your mothers onto your own children. There's nothing more beautiful or powerful than that.