My Mama

There is not a day that goes by that my mom doesn't cross my mind in

some capacity, whether it be a fleeting thought of what she is doing

or a memory of some sort.  With her living in Texas and me in Indiana

months will go by where we don't see each other. We talk often, almost

daily. She has kept herself very busy in retirement, which is good. I

miss her often, but I love that she is getting to live a good retired

life with our family.

My mom is quite frankly the most selfless person I know. She puts

others before herself on a daily basis and wouldn't Have it any other

way.  She volunteers her time weekly if not daily to helping others in

her community.  She works tirelessly (by choice because she doesn't

know how to sit down) on new projects around her home. My mom is a

giver, she wants everyone to be happy because I truly believe she

feels happiness from other peoples joy. She doesn't bat an eye when

someone calls to ask for something. She's a good friend and loves to

have a good time. She loves her grandkids (even the really naughty

ones) with every part of her heart. I have made a few crazy decisions

in my life and my mom has never judged or questioned me, she has

simply stood by my side. I hope to be half as patient with my children

as my mom is with me. She is a good woman.  I'm proud to call her my

mom.