Now that I'm a mother, Mother's Day is a time when I look inward, look at the moments when I so ignorantly made mistakes, perhaps unlike the ones my mother made, but different ones. I know that much of what I gave to my children was good but yes, I made some whoopers. A friend of mine once said, "Life has two stages: childhood and recovery".
I believe we are given the mothers we need for our souls to progress. What appears to be mistakes might be exactly what we needed in order to grow. And, I agree with your friend! I'm still in the recovery stage, but I do see many gifts I got from all the "mistakes" my parents made.
Love your writing. I am one that had the Mom from Mommie Dearest. Mother’s Day in my 60’s still makes me think of my Mommie Dearest and brings great pain & disappointment. The good news is I’m quick to focus on the children I’ve mothered & how grateful I am to have that awesome responsibility. I birthed 3 but had the blessing of raising 11. All young adults now and all mothers themselves. Some fostered, some adopted but all my children! It’s a big celebration at my house every year and I’m looking forward to it!
Thank you, Robin. I know a little of your story, and over the years, I have been so impressed and moved by your commitment to living your life fully, changing the script that you were given, and viewing life through a lens of love. I would love to meet your children some day. From your social media posts, I can see that they, and your grandchildren, are beautiful and clearly thriving. I'll be thinking of all the fun you're going to be having on Mother's Day! Well done, Mother!!!
It's a pretty nice day for me. Had a long conversation with my daughter this morning about mothers and daughters. I know how fortunate I am to have had a loving and capable mother, and to now have a loving and capable daughter who is my best friend in many ways. We've come through so much together. A very deep appreciation for each other we share. And yes, I agree, we all "mother" each other if we are lucky enough to be able to share our experience, strength and hope with another. On Mother's Day all I really want is to spend a few hours with my kids. That is a gift that is priceless. :)
Love this response, Caran! Your mother seemed to be such a dear sweet soul, and a real partner to your wonderful father. It's lovely to witness the "full circle" moment that you are now sharing with your daughter. Have fun with the kiddos today! Happy Mother's Day!
Now that I'm a mother, Mother's Day is a time when I look inward, look at the moments when I so ignorantly made mistakes, perhaps unlike the ones my mother made, but different ones. I know that much of what I gave to my children was good but yes, I made some whoopers. A friend of mine once said, "Life has two stages: childhood and recovery".
I believe we are given the mothers we need for our souls to progress. What appears to be mistakes might be exactly what we needed in order to grow. And, I agree with your friend! I'm still in the recovery stage, but I do see many gifts I got from all the "mistakes" my parents made.
Love your writing. I am one that had the Mom from Mommie Dearest. Mother’s Day in my 60’s still makes me think of my Mommie Dearest and brings great pain & disappointment. The good news is I’m quick to focus on the children I’ve mothered & how grateful I am to have that awesome responsibility. I birthed 3 but had the blessing of raising 11. All young adults now and all mothers themselves. Some fostered, some adopted but all my children! It’s a big celebration at my house every year and I’m looking forward to it!
Thank you, Robin. I know a little of your story, and over the years, I have been so impressed and moved by your commitment to living your life fully, changing the script that you were given, and viewing life through a lens of love. I would love to meet your children some day. From your social media posts, I can see that they, and your grandchildren, are beautiful and clearly thriving. I'll be thinking of all the fun you're going to be having on Mother's Day! Well done, Mother!!!
It's a pretty nice day for me. Had a long conversation with my daughter this morning about mothers and daughters. I know how fortunate I am to have had a loving and capable mother, and to now have a loving and capable daughter who is my best friend in many ways. We've come through so much together. A very deep appreciation for each other we share. And yes, I agree, we all "mother" each other if we are lucky enough to be able to share our experience, strength and hope with another. On Mother's Day all I really want is to spend a few hours with my kids. That is a gift that is priceless. :)
Love this response, Caran! Your mother seemed to be such a dear sweet soul, and a real partner to your wonderful father. It's lovely to witness the "full circle" moment that you are now sharing with your daughter. Have fun with the kiddos today! Happy Mother's Day!