It is with great honor that I am writing about this special friend! This friend is truly rare, for she is one of a kind. This person has contributed most to what I am today. This special friend continues to impact my life in a positive and grace-filled way every day. I know for a fact, not a day passes that this person hasn’t prayed for me. Let me introduce you to my sweet mother.
2 Timothy 1:5 “ I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.”
Never once in my entire life, did I wonder if my parents loved me. Their unconditional loving care was the foundation of our home. Mom, I thank you for showing me what selflessness means. Many times you put things on hold for us kids. You proudly supported me in marrying a wonderful husband and giving us a beautiful yet simple wedding. You and dad both have set an example of what a Christian marriage looks like. You taught me about respect for parents by honoring and respecting your own parents. Much of what I learned from you, I caught, was not just taught. You’ve shared in my joys and joined me in tears. You have loved my children as much as I do. I want to thank-you for being not just my mother, but my most special friend. You continue to bless my life in ways you don’t even realize.
“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us when adversity takes the place of prosperity when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.”
–Washington Irving
My mother is still young enough to enjoy her great-grandchildren. She always has a special spot on her lap for one more!
