I mentioned earlier in the week that my mom is moving.
She is leaving today and the reality is starting to set in.
I lived away from my mom for several years, but since we have moved 'home' I have had the honor of spending a lot of time with my beautiful mother.
I remember growing up my mom would tell me she loved me so, so much. She would end the statement with you just cannot understand, but someday you will.
And now is my someday.
I didn't understand the unexplainable love for a child. It is an all-consuming, responsible type of love; one that sees a child's needs far above your own and exudes protection that knows no boundary. It is not a foolish love or a fleeting love, but one that will last forever.
I love my mom so much and I am so thankful that she loved me as a mother should. She protected me, nurtured me, taught me, trusted me, disciplined me, provided for me but mostly...she loved me.
And loved me well.
A mom is...
A back tickler
A nose picker
A boo boo kisser
An ear nibbler
A lullaby singer
A puppet on the finger
A book reader
A belly feeder
A drink fetcher
A baseball catcher
A hair fixer
A yogurt mixer
A bow maker
A gun-wound faker
An early riser
A late nighter
A paper grader
A bedroom raider
A wise word
A goodnight kiss
All the things that I would miss
If I wern't a mom.
I love my mom and I love being a mom.
Now, I understand!
-Please know that each time I write about my children or being a mom that I think of all the people who do not yet have children or would like to have children but are not yet able to. I never mean anything I write or say to be insensitive to anyone. This is the reality of where my life is right now.-
5 comments:
Funny, I just blogged about my parents/ kids, too! Well, I always blog about my kids, but you know what I mean! I love this little poem! It's so, so true. I appreciate it this week especially b/c my youngest just started Kindergarten! You have a special gift in your MOM!
You have such a sweet and tender heart. First, to write such a beautiful post about your mom (how her heart must soar to read it!) and then for you to make it known that you do not mean to be insensitive to others...you are a sweet, sweet woman of God!
I think I have said this before...but I will say it again. I don't get to come by here as often as I would like, but every time I do, I am ALWAYS blessed!
I will be praying for you as your mom moves.
Love and blessings,
K
I agree with the PP!
Having just moved away from my mom, I know EXACTLY how you feel! I miss my mom terribly and I finally understand the love she feels for me!
And... to add your disclaimer... well, you are so very sweet and so very thoughtful. I have some very very dear friends suffering from Infertility and I know where you are there.
Sometimes I feel like we are kindred souls, my internet friend. You have so much to be proud of.
You are looked up to!
:)
Jess
I understand how hard it is to live away from your mom!! I'm 21 yrs. old and STILL call her EVERY MORNING on my way to school/class..I STILL cry every time I leave home..and my parents know I have to leave quick cause the flood gates start opening! :)
Not having your mom around is not fun :( I miss mine daily, but it makes the times you get to be together more special!
You're a great mom!
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