Today as we honor our mothers and at the same time are celebrated by our children, I want to take a moment to give thanks for you --my friends who have walked along the path of motherhood with me.
You all have taught me to be a mom. It is as simple as that. Yes, of course, there are some things instinctive, some learned from my own mom, but in my heart I know many of the lessons of mothering have come from my friends.
Some of you shared your mothering insight long before I had my own children. Through your examples, I learned what to expect; I tucked away tricks and tips to be used if I ever became a mom. You were role models, guides, the older sisters I didn't have. Even without knowing if I would become a mom, I watched and learned.
Since becoming a mom, it is my friends who keep me smiling, keep me sane. Without you all, playgroups and carpool would be dull, and I would certainly feel lost on this journey. You all are in the thick of it right with me. We read the same parenting books, compare notes and struggle with the same choices. You understand my frustrations, and my pure joy. You offer ideas and suggestions for everything from teething to potty training to moving with kids. You have mothered me as well with your support, your willingness to listen, your hugs.
Motherhood is a gift (and what a gift at that---what other present guarantees we will be spit upon, bitten and yelled at??). But the gift isn't only in watching my children grow and develop. Equally important is the gift of friends to walk this journey with. Friends who share what their mothers taught, who inspire me, who remind me what an amazing life we live.
On this Mother's Day, I am so thankful for each of you. In a myriad of ways, you have shown me the blessings of being a Mom. And although my boys don't realize it and probably won't ever truly understand it, I know they are thankful for you too.
With all my love, Happy Mother's Day!
Denise
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Happy be-lated Mother's Day!
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