by Ann Clemmons

Created on: May 13, 2007   Last Updated: May 14, 2007

My mother's opinions, values, and what she would say, are always on my mind. We cannot help but characterize ourselves by the expression on our mothers face when we come into view. Our Mothers reflect our first mirror image, instructing us on our identity, before we are even aware of our own individuality. I have asked people who have lost their mother when they were small, what it is they remember of her, and they describe a feeling. I believe the feeling they remember is their mothers love; the one thing all of us remember the most about our mothers, or what we think of when we hear the word mother.

A mothers love is an emotion impossible to explain; a vast sea of understanding and devotion, unmatched by any affection we will feel again. I believe adults come to expect this kind of love from their partners and friends, and it's a love we are unable to duplicate. This disappointment causes it's fair share of heartache in relationships. Be it between life partners or friends, we want this unconditional love bestowed upon us again. We all need to be mindful on Mothers day, and everyday that the sentiment shared between mother and child, has the propensity to cause our mothers alarm. Every child governs the heart of a parent, regardless of their years. Since children have their mothers heart in the palm of their hands, whatever happens to them happens to Mom. We need to be tender with our mother's hearts, and pray our children will be gentle with ours.

Motherhood is an art; a woman watching her girlhood diminish while learning to balance her needs, with the needs of her children. The person who loves you most in the world, and wishes your dreams come true. I thank my mother for this and the other sacrifices she has endured. I thank her for her courage in having to watch my mistakes, for the fortitude to predict my mistakes, and the compassion to set me straight.

I am grateful for the books, the dreams, the devotions, the time, and most of all the love. Happy Mothers Day! Mom

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