I have heard of mothers who do not like Mother's Day. My own grandmother mentioned that she didn't like the praise and attention she got that she felt she didn't deserve. I am guessing that the nagging feeling of inadequacy had a part to do with that. Not that I am any more deserving or worthy of Mother's Day praise, but I don't relate with those feelings. I like being pampered! I like being acknowledged for the work I do, no matter how meager it may be. But I do have my own issues and frustrations with Mother's Day. I have the nagging feeling of inadequacy to express my gratitude and love for the mothers in my life. My feelings of love and gratefulness are so deep and so strong that I am overwhelmed even attempting to express it. So I feel like I do a bad job of celebrating my mother because whatever I do for them, I feel like it is not enough. And it is not! There is no way I could ever adequately honor, repay, or express what my mother has done for me. So I feel bad about it. I feel bad on Mother's Day that I haven't done enough for my mother. So Mom, whatever I have done for you or expressed to you, know that I wish I could do a thousand times more. My feelings and emotions for you are more than I could ever say in words. Happy Mother's Day!
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It's nice that we get to do it over and over, year after year, instead of just once in a life time, because this gives us more opportunities to express our gratitude. Happy Mother's Day to you, Audra!
i totally understand, audra. it's one of those occasions where the English language is completely inadequate, but i think our moms know how we feel, because they have moms, too.
a friend of mine at church said she didn't like mother's day because it reminded her of how seldom she gets a break. as for me, i'll take whatever break i can get!
I feel the depth of your love and I truly treasure it. The notes and gifts you give are reminders of your love and are so appreciated! So don't feel bad ever again, because I know and feel your love, and I rejoice in it! It fills my heart to overflowing. Thank you with all my heart!
Audra, that was very touching. I struggle every year with mothers day just because of not having mine since I was 22 years old. You will have to read my blog. I wrote it before I read yours. Just remember that anything you can do to make sure you mom knows how much you appreciate her and love her is so important to do it now!! For you never know what the Lord has instore for any of us. Thanks for your blog! I'm sure your mom appreciated it.
Me, too.
Oh, I agree Audra. I am always worried about that. But no matter how much we do, I am sure our moms know how grateful we are. :) I hope you had a wonderful day and you were pampered to death!
Love ya
I completely agree. It's such an awkward "thank you" that we give. I only know how appreciated it is because when my kids hand me their simple cards with their huge smiles on their faces, that's all the thanks I need.
Is it ironic that we get a break from that which we are celebrating? Shouldn't it be the other way around?...like double the workload. Ummm, I'll keep that thought to myself. I'll stick to the pampering.
i'm with you! but i do think our moms know how much we love and appreciate them - especially if we have a good relationship with them as we are mothers ourselves! i dont think i will expect or want anything from my kiddos as they are adults other than them being happy and well adjusted and still tight w/me! that would be awesome for mothers day! and any day!
as for mindy's comment (i know you dont know me but...)um, i'll stick to the pampering - you can come to my house and do my dishes - that will more than double your work load - make you feel REALLY important (and appreciated) ;)
You expressed this perfectly.
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