Today is Mother's Day! The closer I get to the possibility of being a mother myself, and the more I see loved ones around me embarking on this adventure, the more my appreciation for motherhood grows. I'm glad we have today to celebrate it.
Today is about Marianna Wolff, who taught me to love learning, to care for everyone no matter what color their skin or whether they look or act differently, and to find beauty in nature.
Today is about Mary Whittaker, who taught me the beauty of weeding a garden in the early hours of the summer, the secrets of that mysterious world of cooking, and the joy of living the Gospel.
Today is about Kristi Chapman, who taught me more about the blessings of friendship, the power of kindness, and the fact that family love knows no blood boundaries.
Today is about Carrie, Heather, and Jacqueline, and anyone else who is getting ready to make this big leap into motherhood.
Today is about Amber and Annelise...and all those who are mothers to little ones who are waiting for them on the other side. And about those who have lost before they had the chance to begin.
Today is about Darcy, Amanda Kelley, Taylor, and Kara, and every other wonderful mother whose example I am blessed to follow.
Today is about those who long for motherhood, but haven't yet felt tiny feet kick their insides.
Today is about all the fears, the firsts, and the fights, all of the laughter and terror and hope that is motherhood. Mothers of the world, I salute you. I'm excited to join your ranks someday.
4 comments:
I did not expect that. Thanks, Liz! I cried at work as soon as I saw Molly. Then of course through the rest of it. You're a beautiful person. Thanks for making my mother's day better :)
Thank you for including me in this. I feel honored. Love you!
vous fashion.thank pour le partage
Aww I just saw this! I feel so special to be included! I may or may not have teared up a bit. Now go and have some babies so I can obsess over them too. :)
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