I was blessed to have a special mom.
Remembering My Mother
Sadly, she passed away recently. I would be remiss if I didn’t share my thoughts on her and how she influenced my life. You always knew that when you were with Mom, you had entered a space of love and understanding.Lessons My Mom Taught Me
A mother is an incredibly special person in a child’s life and, if you are lucky, a lingering positive presence throughout your adult life. Much of what we first learn comes from her. She is often calm amidst the many storms we encounter. She is always there for you, no matter what happens. I feel truly fortunate that my mom had so much to offer. The following lessons are just a small sampling of her overall impact on my life:- Love your children fully and unconditionally. I never once doubted my mother’s love for me.
- Be your kids’ biggest defender. It’s nice to know that someone will always have your back, even when life is hard.
- Be your kids’ biggest fan. Take pleasure in the little accomplishments.
- Make the effort to make the special moments truly special. Holidays and birthdays were always fun in our house.
- Sing and laugh loudly. Have fun; who cares who’s listening?
- Indulge your creative side. It is an essential part of who you are.
- Reading is fundamental. Always have a good book nearby.
- Offer affection regularly. The people you love should be reminded often.
- Having faith makes life easier to navigate and helps you stay focused on what’s most important.
- Stay in touch with the people closest to you. My mom wrote to me every other week while I was in college, and it made a huge difference.
- Sadly, pain is part of life, but don’t get mired in it. Offer it up and move on with your day.
- When someone is sick, take care of them and be a source of comfort. You will both feel better in the end.
- It’s okay to get angry occasionally, but don’t hold on to it too tightly. Always forgive those you love.
- Don’t “cut off your nose to spite your face.”
- Know when to pick your battles and when to relent.
- Never get caught in a lie. Honesty is a vital component of your character.
- If you have nothing positive to say about someone, don’t say anything at all. My mom never badmouthed anyone to me.
- Never worry too much about what others think about you. Be true to yourself.
- A robust family life leads to a richer and more fulfilling life.
Treasure Your Mother While You Can
If you are fortunate to have your mom still with you, please treat her well—she deserves it. If she has passed, then spend some time in quiet reflection, remembering the joyful times and positive memories. We only have one mother. Never forget that without her, we wouldn’t be here. She made many sacrifices and gave up many things to raise and support you. She was not perfect (no one is), but I am sure she tried her best. She brought you into this world, took care of you, and made sure you could find your way. She imparted the most significant gift of all—the ability to love and receive love.Related articles
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