Guess what? It's our third Mother's Day already! We spent the whole day together today and I had a great day; I really hope you did too. Our picnic was fun, I think we should definitely do that again. I know my ideas are a little crazy and that sometimes I'm a lot to handle, and likely even more when I'm hyper or in a mood...but I really enjoy spending time with you - especially when you're feeling silly. I know how rare it is for you to show the world that side of you, but it's one of my favourite things about you.
I know I've told you this before, and I can pretty well guarantee that this won't be the last either: I would give anything for you to see yourself how I do. So tonight, as another day comes to an end, I'm going to remind you of a few things:
I don't even expect you to be perfect, no one else should either - not even you.
You've made mistakes, I've mistakes, and we're going to keep making them. Remember that it's okay. We just have to do our best, forgive, and try again. From what I understand about this life, on average, it's not easy...and we, Momma, our story is anything but ordinary.
I feel like I can say with absolute confidence that every parent feels like they're doing it all wrong and messing it up. So remember to have grace, and I'll do my best to follow suit.
You're really a natural; there's a true mothers' heart inside of you whether you can hear it beating in your chest or not. Take my word for it, I hear every time you hug me.
The sound is beautiful, much like the body that heart calls home. I know sometimes you don't see what I see, it happens. But in those moments, please remember how you've taught me that it's not about what other people think, it's about how comfortable and confident I feel in my own skin.
Remember that I make messes, in my room, the kitchen, the bathroom, and really everywhere. I make things messy and I make mistakes. Please know that I'm sorry, life is tricky and I'm often oblivious. But above all, know that the times you've taken the time to teach me how to me make it right are lessons I already treasure...even if it tests your patience.
Thank you for setting such an example of grace, perseverance, and love. I know you sometimes feel like the time in life we missed out on somehow disqualifies you from being my mom...but Momma, the woman I've been becoming since you called me yours is all because of the mother you are ...and when it comes to time, we have so much time ahead no matter what got left behind..
There are so many things I wish I could say but my yawns are getting in the way...
Mom, if I can leave you with anything at the end of this day, please always remember that nothing we go through, or put each other through, can break us down or apart. We are so strong.
And even stronger together.
Every day that you get up, and choose to love me, when it's good, and especially when it's bad, you earn your stripes..You love me, you fight for me, and you always want what you believe is best for me.
You see, Mom, you may not have birthed my life, but time after time you've saved it. We've battled through lightest of light and the darkest of dark, and we're still here. And if God ever gave me the chance to do this all again, knowing all I do now...between you and any other mom in the world -- I'd still choose you. Every time. Forever and always, no matter what.
I love you and happy Mother's Day,
Sunshine
This is beautiful Lys, I'm glad you have a family that deserves you :)
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