Mother's Day Thoughs...

My eyes are so drawn to the Mother's Day cards in every store this time of year, but I quickly look away, in effort to avoid tears as another year goes by without my Mom. She left us on April 13, 2003 and losing her changed me forever. I miss her every day. I think about calling her all the time... to tell her things, to hear her voice... She was such a huge part of my life, and so quickly she was just gone.

It's funny how now, after she's gone, I realize how much she has influenced my life. The way I raise my kids, the meals I make, the way I keep my house, the clothes I wear, and yes, even some of things she used to say I find myself saying on occasion. As I get older I look in the mirror and see more of her in me... it does make me feel a bit closer to her.

Those of you with your Mom by your side, celebrate Mother's Day with her and honor her. You are blessed.

Those of you, like me, cherish your memories and never ever stop loving or missing your Mom and make her a part of your every day life.

Mom, I miss you with all of my heart and soul. I look forward ot the day we meet again.