This Mother's Day was extra special to me, because it was the first Mother's Day in seven years that I got to spend it with my mom.It is even more special because my mom has been cancer free for two years now. I will never forget how I felt when she called to tell me she had cancer. I will also always remember the feeling of comfort and peace the Holy Ghost gave me that everything would be OK. She went through many tough treatments including a stem cell transplant and there were many bad days. After the transplant she was really bad. She could not communicate well and was not very mobile. I wondered if my mom would ever be the same. I was amazed at her faith and strength.
I am so grateful to my sister Ellen, and my sister-in-law Amy for being there everyday to help my mom recover. Because my mom lives in a different state than me, I was only able to go relieve them for a week and I was amazed at all they did for her. I will always be in their debt.
I am grateful that my mom is doing so well and is still here for me to call and ask all of my silly questions to. I love you mom.
Jon and his family, and Ellen and half of her family also celebrated with us. We had a great dinner cooked by the moms, and then the men did the dishes. After dinner we all went out to the back yard and played a few games. Uncle Jon seemed to be the target of a lot of them. I think it was his green shirt.
My kids gave me lots of love and attention all day, and I got some great hand made gifts and cards. I love my kids and love being a mother. My kids are the best and I love them so much. They always keep me on my toes and laughing at the funny things they do. Being a mom is the best job in the world. I am so grateful I get to spend my days watching my children experience life, and discover who they are. I wouldn't trade this for anything.
3 comments:
Happy Mother's Day!! I can't believe your parents and siblings! Everyone still looks the same!! They look great! I know the feeling of getting the "cancer call." I had that with my Gma, there isn't a worse feeling. I'm so glad she is cancer free and doing well! Your sweet aunt sent my Gma a little something for Mother's Day. My Gma was thrilled! You have a wonderful family! So glad you had a fun day and were able to spend it with family!
You got some wonderful pictures! Especially the one of your family! I know how much you love your mom and how much you worried and prayed for her in her battle against cancer. I remember how you wished you could do more. But I also remember you knowing it would be alright. Again, your strength and faith has always been so uplifting!
You are an amazing mom, I admire your patience, love and example! Happy Mother's Day!
Your mom is looking so great! Your family is so great, we really miss having your family live close. What a great Mother's day.
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