Monday Thanks

22. mothers

me and mom

23. sisters

my sister and mom, often mistaken for sisters

24. little girl enthusiasm

my great neice learning with her new toy

25. new books

Rome to the Reformation, next year's curriculum



My Children

These are the children that made me a mom.
These are the eyes that see me make mistakes, but see me try,
the ears that hear everything I say, but hear me say I'm sorry,
the mouths that repeat those things, . . . and sing sweet praises to God,
the hands that I hold and remind them to wash, and the ones that serve,
the feet that once kicked inside of me, and now dance around my heart.

(the pictures were taken Saturday at Berry College)
On Mother's Day, Hannah made me a special card and Josiah made me a sandwich (peanut butter, turkey, and a touch of honey : ).

Happy Mother's Day to . . .

My Mom

You devoted your early years to us

cooking and sewing

and teaching us responsibility.

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You taught us the value of family

and togetherness

and to love others as we love ourselves.

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You gave up career to keep your home

and assure that four children

had a loving place to live.

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You did not expect us to be just like you

and encouraged

our varied interests.

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You are and will always be a part of us

We, a part of you

your offspring

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Never too old to run into your arms

and say

"I LOVE YOU!"