Today is my mom's birthday (have no fear mom, I won't say how old you are). I think many of us take the role of motherhood too lightly. I am not a mother, but I have one and I am married to one. The job of being a mom is filled with many different tasks. You are the comforter, listener, the sandwich maker, clothes washer, shoulder to cry on, ride to the game, the mini van driver, the spiritual former, nurturer, the shield and friend (there are more). My mom has played an important part in all of those roles that I just listed. How can one person do all that stuff and still have time for themselves?
I think back on one of my fonder memories with my mom. We took a trip to look at 5 colleges when I was in high school. We spent in immense amount of time together over those days. We saw a number of states and some funny road signs (bridges freeze before road). I got my mom to ride some roller coasters with me in Busch Gardens. We share stories, made memories and enjoyed time spent together.
I wanted to share one of my favorite photos of my mom with you today. It's not the best photo, but it shows a side of my mom that I love. She and Evan were having a ball reading this book and this photo captures that so well.
Today I am thankful for my mom. Happy Birthday.
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