Mother's Day

My mother has been so many things to me throughout my life.  Yes, she's tough and relentless and sets super high standards and we don't always get along. But that's just the canvas of it all.  The full glorious picture is that my mother sacrificed unselfishly for myself and four siblings, as a single mom no less.  With the private education, our own home, theater outings, dance lessons, music lessons, drama lessons, sports and various recreational activities, and wonderful gatherings with family and friends....  We weren't rich by any means in the monetary sense and throughout our upbringing my mother would take in anyone that needed help.  I'd have to say the most important things that my mother has taught me is:

1.  At the end of the day people are always more important than things
   
2. Being selfless has the reward of showing others you give a damn because everyone is worth it in this world
3. I'm much stronger than I realize
4. It's not about the race, it's about being in the game
5. Faith will sustain me

My mother is my muse and my friend.  I respect her strength and wisdom and feel honored to be her daughter.   I'm am still learning lessons she taught me long ago and I'm grateful for them all.

Take time today for the aunts, sisters, neighbors, friends, and yes your mother and thank your lucky stars that your life has been touched in some way by these women who have helped you become the person you are today.