HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!

I am thankful to be a Mommy to these three boys. I guess I never dreamed I would have only boys...and I guess it is still possible to have a girl, but I wouldn't trade these little stinkers for anything. Mothering them has brought out a love so deep...it has made me realize that my Heavenly Father loves even deeper...and that is a whole bunch! I am thankful that Eric and I have such a Godly heritage and that we have good examples of parents to look to.

I thought I would honor my Mom and Mother-in-law with some words today.

My Mommy is such a tender soul. She aches when others ache and she rejoices when others rejoice. She melts at the sight of newborn babies, newborn calves, and newborn puppies. My Mom waited 7 seven years before she and Dad could have kids. She spent that time investing into little foster babies and children, giving them love and goodness. She was later rewarded with 5 of her own children. Her road has been marked with suffering. No Mother should have to bury her own child. Somehow, through the journey, her faith has deepened and she is still able to love the rest of us unconditionally and without reserve. She is a Godly woman. I have many memories of her on her bed with her Bible and study materials out in front of her. My Mom is a prayer warrior, doing most of her battle in the silent recesses of her mind. My Mom has the most amazing soprano voice. She was even given the ability from the Holy Spirit to write some songs for His glory. My Mom is gorgeous...time only makes her more beautiful. I have such a respect for my Mom now that I am one. I imagine that she also experienced doubts that she was doing a good job. Now, seeing that she has 5 Godly children, one at the foot of Jesus, I have hope that my kids will be OK, as well. It grieves me to not be with her on this special day, but she is understanding and forgiving like that. I love you with all my heart.


My Mother-in-law has been a God-sent gift to me. I hear many horror stories of people not enjoying their in-laws. God blessed me tremendously with Eric's parents. Barbara and I are opposite in many ways. She is more outspoken and sociable, and has stretched me out of my comfort zone quite a few times. God knew I needed some stretching, so this has been a blessing. Barbara has never met a stranger and once you meet her and know her heart, you love her. She is a servant to whoever comes into her presence. She has spent much of her life investing into young married women's lives....teaching them to submit to their husbands and encouraging them in their Mothering. She raised three Godly sons, one of whom I am glad to share my life with. She taught them how to clean, do laundry, and enjoy movies like "Anne of Green Gables." She instilled in them how to respect women. She is very unselfish, always wanting to help others and know how to pray for them. She is a master at organizing and creating room when there is no more room left to be created. This is her first year without her Mother's presence and I am so sad for her....yet joyous for their reunion one day. I cherish you on this special day.