As many ministers point out, Mother’s Day is not always a joyful occasion for all; thus they speak more important lessons on this day. One reason mentioned why this is not a happy day for all is because of the sadness of having lost Mom. I can think of several more reasons why this is definitely a dismal day for some, but having lost Mama is not one of them. On the contrary, though it may be through a tear or two, I awake praising God for that amazing package of wonderful that He named ‘mother’. After all the milage they give us, they deserve a rest, even an eternal rest, and to be remembered. This blog was originally dedicated to my mother, and today is for her.

Dear Mama, Another Mother’s Day dawned with my feeling of ‘something’s missing’. Little sister beat me to it in wishing each other Happy Mothers Day, and her comment that we had the very best Mama; as well as both of us being blessed to have a son and a daughter also. But I kept that nagging notion on and off that I haven’t done something important – oh yes, calling you, of course! And so, I write.

I do appreciate the lovely site you selected, where we would be able to visit your grave. But Mama, I’m remembering you here – in my heart; in my flowers, grabbing at the weeds as I walk by just as you did. I am visiting with you as I watch the little wren and listen to the busy song he sings. Watching my bluebirds feed their young, I imagine the fun you and I would have together in this backyard where you had tried to imagine how it would someday be.

I miss you. Boy oh boy, do I miss you. But, I still have you; when I look in the mirror; when I pull those stinkin‘ weeds; when I see hot tea served in a restaurant; when someone asks for “just a little bitty bite of that’; when I look upon and enjoy the shade of this amazing maple tree you saved just for me to plant. It’s a real winner and a great deal like you – taller than our other trees; smiling shade to cool the soul; and a ready refuge for birds, and for me. Tall, good for the soul and a comfort to all.

So thank you Mama, for your generous heart and your thoughtful acts of love. Many think theirs is the best, and for them, they are. But for us, you were just what we needed – our best!

I don’t need to wish you happy mothers day because I know you’re happy; and because of you, I am too. You gave us everything we need to thrive and survive, to love and be loved. Enough to last a lifetime, and beyond.

Love, Trisha