I like to say that my mom is the perfect KJV (King James Version) mom/wife. Common…you know what I’m talking about…you know those sermons we hear about wives being submissive, obedient, prudent, wise, and hard working?? The ones we all despise? Well…that’s my mom. I hardly ever remember my parents fighting…and if there was a “disagreement” Dad was always quick to apologize and my mom was even quicker at forgiving. I’ve never known someone to forgive so quickly. Mom is just one of those people that you instantly fall in love with. She’s bubbly, friendly, kind; considerate, extremely emotional, selfless, and Godly…just to name a few…
Growing up my family didn’t have a lot, but some how mom always was able to come up with something for dinner. I’ve never known anyone else in the whole world to make soggy wet celery look and taste so wonderful. She taught my sister and me to always make sure the men of the house get enough to eat. She taught us to put others before us…But most importantly…my mom has taught me to live, laugh and love….she’s taught me to take everything to the Lord in prayer….
I’m pretty sure that the reason my mom is such a great mom is because of her mom. My Granny has been gone for 8 years, and I miss her dearly. She was awesome. She was the kind of Granny that brought chocolate syrup with her, when she came to visit, so that we could make chocolate milk. She would take her false teeth out and my sister and I would giggle hysterically as she used the teeth to tell us crazy stories. Granny was my family’s biggest fan. She bought up pretty much all of our CD's. To tell you the truth…I think she was the ONLY one buying our CD's. lol. She would be so proud of us today.
When my Granny was in the hospitable, she somehow always managed to put on a smile for us kids. She lots a lot of weight near the end, and I remember distinctively her lifting up her one leg, and making jokes about it. She told us kids that her legs looked like a scrawny little calf leg. This of course sent us into hysterics. She was something else.
The last time I saw her I remember giving her a hug and a kiss….and she whispered in my ear “Don’t forget your little ole Granny”…I hugged her tight and told her that I would never forget her. So today…this mother’s day…I want to honor my Mom and my Granny…These are the people that I hope to be one day. These moms preserve, encourage, live life to the fullest, and inspire…..
I love you mom, and I miss you, Granny!!!
